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As COVID-19 job losses mount, share these keys to get patients covered

COVID-19 has caused 26 million people to lose jobs, jeopardizing their health insurance. Here's what they must know about Medicaid or ACA marketplace coverage.

Access to Care
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AMA highlights health coverage options for newly unemployed

AMA urges individuals who lost their employer coverage to seek out coverage through ACA marketplaces or Medicaid.

Press Releases
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AMA, leading physician orgs urge additional COVID-19 legislative steps

Physician organizations urge additional federal support for physician practices that are financially battered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Press Releases
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March 27, 2020: State Advocacy Update

State policy options compiled for state regulators on COVID-19 and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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AMA applauds Medicare telemedicine policy change during pandemic

The use of telemedicine and remote care services are critical to the management of the COVID-19.

Press Releases
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State blueprint helps uncover social factors affecting health

Learn why the North Carolina Medicaid program’s approach could be a game-changer on social determinants of health.

Optimal Health
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Jan. 27, 2020

Read AMA Morning Rounds®’ most popular stories in medicine and public health from the week of Jan. 27, 2020 – Jan. 31, 2020.

Publications & Newsletters
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AMA statement on CMS Medicaid block grant proposal

Proposal would increase the number of uninsured and undermine Medicaid’s role as an indispensable safety net.

Press Releases
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Michigan's Medicaid expansion doubles access to primary care

Michigan customized its Medicaid program to emphasize primary care and preventive health services. Studies are showing this was a wise approach.

Access to Care