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What’s proper weighting for MIPS’ cost-performance category? 0%

The AMA outlines real-world examples of how Medicare Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) measures are wrongly penalizing physicians.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Fighting for Physicians
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Medical student research retrospective: James Docherty, DO

A family physician, Dr. Docherty took advantage of a one-year master’s program to pursue the research passion that helped shape his career path.

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Publishing Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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How COVID-19 lessons will continue to shape innovation in med ed

When COVID-19 hit, med ed innovators couldn’t do things the old-school way anymore. Learn how their adjustments are setting the path forward.

ChangeMedEd Initiative
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Taking action on sepsis with smarter screening, handoffs

Leaders at Henry Ford Health detail how they are employing CDC advice to operationalize sepsis management and safely discharge patients. Learn more.

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Sustainability
Health System Spotlight
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95% of U.S. health insurance markets are “highly concentrated”

Latest AMA data on health insurance competition in the U.S. shows why recently revised federal merger guidelines are welcome. Learn more.

Access to Care
Louise B. Andrew, MD
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Faced with a medical liability lawsuit? There’s a mentor available

Louise B. Andrew, MD, JD, knows what it’s like to be sued. Learn how she mentors physicians managing the stresses of medical liability litigation.

Physician Health
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Key to digital health innovations that deliver: Early feedback

The AMA says it’s vital that the physician perspective be included in developing health innovations—and so does the Food and Drug Administration.

CPT®
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In health care settings, keep “doctor” title for physicians

Professionals with doctorates in nursing practice have sued for the right to be called doctor. Find out why the AMA and others are fighting back.

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Judicial Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians
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Proposed rule could advance health equity for disabled patients

HHS proposal to combat discrimination against people with disabilities is a step in the right direction. Learn how the AMA has weighed in.

Population Health