Filibusters & Fine Print

Filibusters & Fine Print

por AMGA (American Medical Group Association)

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Ep #16 – The Value in Capitol Hill Day

AMGA’s Dr. John Kennedy joins to policy team to discuss the value summit at this year’s AMGA Capitol Hill Day.

Ep #15 – Reconciling with Medicaid

Congressional Republicans are considering billions in cuts to the Medicaid program through the budget reconciliation process. The AGMA team discusses what that means for AMGA members and the result of a survey on what actions AMGA members will take if Medicaid is cut.

Ep #14 – Go for it, CONNECT 4!

The CONNECT Act, which expands vital telehealth flexibilities, has been reintroduced in Congress. The AMGA team talks about member experience with telehealth and how care delivery has evolved to incorporate it since the COVID pandemic.

Ep #13 – When the Rates go Marching In

The 2026 Medicare Advantage rate notice is available and increases payment rates by more than 5%. The AMGA team discusses recent Medicare Advantage rules and updates and how providers and Congress might respond

Ep #12 – Making House Calls

Three AMGA members discuss the importance of federal advocacy and their experiences with AMGA’s Capitol Hill Day.

Ep #11 – Medicaid on the Chopping Block.

Congressional Republicans are expected to cut Medicaid by $800 billion as part of a budget reconciliation plan. The AMGA team discusses the plan and what it means for providers and patients.

Ep #10 – The Dr. Oz Show

Dr. Mehmet Oz’s confirmation hearing to serve as the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services means potential changes for the agency’s focus and goals.

Ep #9 – Congressional Chaos

Congress did act to prevent a government shutdown, but competing interests and goals made it an interesting week. Despite the outcome, there are still options to secure AMGA priorities, such as a doc fix.

Ep #8 – Call Me, Maybe? — The Uncertain Future of Telehealth Waivers

Despite broad bipartisan support, telehealth flexibilities may expire unless Congress acts.

Ep #7 – Does Medicare Stop if the Government Closes?

Congress must act to prevent a government shutdown. National parks will close, but what does that mean for Medicare providers and patients?

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