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How curbing climate change can help stop the next viral pandemic

Seventy-five percent of emerging infectious diseases start out in animals, and climate change is worsening the trend. Learn more with the AMA.

Environmental Health
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3 seismic prior authorization changes for patients and physicians

The final CMS rule on prior authorization a huge win, but there is still a ways to go. That’s why dozens of states are considering further reforms.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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Proposed rule on surprise billing disputes a step in right direction

Some positive signs in effort to level playing field on disputes between physicians and payers. Also, the independent-dispute resolution portal reopens.

Federal Advocacy
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The EHR is a driver of burnout. That’s why IT must be at the table.

Taking steps to reduce physician burnout, The Southeast Permanente Medical Group found working with IT made all the difference. Learn more.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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How medical students are leading the charge on street medicine

People without homes have a hard time accessing medical care. Two AMA members are making a difference and sharing what they’ve learned.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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Streamline E/M documentation by targeting note bloat

Guideline revisions offer path to cut evaluation and management (E/M) burdens. One key is to redo those note templates, says an AMA physician expert.

CPT®
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Senior doctor’s advice to others: Keep putting yourself out there

AMA member Samuel Lin, MD, PhD, is working to change the landscape for senior physicians by changing how they think of themselves. Learn more.

Senior Physicians
Fix Medicare now
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Congress must act now to stop Medicare cuts

Health care for tens of millions of patients is in jeopardy unless Congress acts immediately to reform the flawed and outdated Medicare payment system. 

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Telehealth finds a home with physical medicine and rehabilitation

Access to specialists improves rehabilitation outcomes, and providing that access via telehealth is gaining acceptance among physicians and patients.

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