Massachusetts CME Requirements

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9 ways states are moving to clamp down on physician noncompetes

Here’s a handy guide to help resident physicians transitioning to practice understand the legal trends that will shape their job opportunities.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Scope of practice key tools & resources

Download PDFs of issue briefs, model legislation and state law charts. Through resources, research and the Scope of Practice Partnership, the AMA has what you need to advance your scope of practice advocacy agenda.

Scope of Practice
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House, Senate bills would expand pharmacists’ scope of practice

The legislation would allow pharmacists to diagnose and treat patients without having received the necessary education or training to do so.

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Fighting for Physicians
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Preventing physician suicide

Taking proactive steps to identify and address physician distress can help to ensure the well-being of colleagues. Learn more.

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July 25, 2025: State Advocacy Update

NCOIL considers model prior authorization legislation and discusses use of AI in the claims process and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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Career reflections on improving burnout, practice efficiency, physician well-being and patient care [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about ongoing efforts to improve physician well-being.

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AMA Update for May 23, 2025: Career reflections on improving burnout, practice efficiency, physician well-being and patient care
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Career reflections on improving burnout, practice efficiency, physician well-being and patient care

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about ongoing efforts to improve physician well-being.

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Physician Health
AMA Update
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Economic Impact Study

The Economic Impact Study, completed in conjunction with state medical societies, demonstrates how physicians contribute to the economic health of each state.

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AMA in Action: Fixing prior authorization
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Advocacy in action: Fixing prior authorization

Download PDFs of reports, model legislation or a state law chart. Prior authorization is a health plan cost-control process that delays patients’ access to care. Learn how the AMA is tackling prior authorization.

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