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HHS, Department of Justice lead investigations of fraud and abuse.

AMA, ATS, other organizations advocated for regulation over “global threat” of climate change.

HHS announces awards for facilities in rural and underserved communities across the nation.

Congress has until the end of the year to renew subsidies through the American Rescue Plan

How to avoid medical necessity denials and ensure timely payment.

Prenuptial agreements, or prenups, have an undeserved reputation as the destroyer of romance. Prenups offer a level of lifelong protection unmatched by any other contract you will enter.

ACP makes six recommendations, including medical screenings, bolstering SNAP food benefits.

AHRQ director says agency wants physician input on grappling with access, costs, burnout.

Results of the 93rd annual Medical Economics physician survey are live.

Bans to take effect or likely in 26 states, according to reproductive rights group.

Medical groups praise decision, but e-cigarette maker could return to U.S. market.

ACP wants immediate action on gun control bill

Errors impede efforts to overcome disparities in health care access and outcomes

Health inequities account for $320 billion in annual health care spending, rising to $1 trillion by 2040

Proposal follows announced ban on menthol cigarettes, flavored cigars, and e-cig ban could be coming.

Internists group advocates greater use of prospective payment models, less reliance on fee-for-service in primary care

Entrepreneur beats prices of supply chain wholesalers, PBMs, pharmacies, and insurers.

Scott Jensen is running for governor in Minnesota and is also a COVID vaccine skeptic

Both Moderna and Pfizer shots have been authorized for children

Two-thirds of Americans 50-plus see health care as at least a minor financial burden

Recommendation for a population-based approach is part of annual MedPAC report to Congress

$500 million in expiring funding puts Medicare in jeopardy

Study examines visits and expenses from Civil Rights era to after Affordable Care Act.

AMA has adopted a multi-prong strategy to try to counter lies while holding the person responsible to professional review

Climate changes are threatening the health and well-being of all people, according to the group

Challenge seeks ideas on connecting patients with primary care and social supports such as transportation, food and housing.

Association says inflation-adjusted minimum wage laws would reduce poverty and improve health, especially among communities of color.

After battling COVID-19 pandemic, AMA president says nation needs new commitment to physicians.

Studies examine COVID-19 and other causes of death in counties leaning Republican or Democratic.

Transitioning from a fee-for-service billing model to value-based care that incorporates financial risk and rewards tied to the patient’s health outcome is not easy.