The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) federal advocacy team shares an update about their recent work, including responding to the public health emergency unwinding, addressing the primary care workforce shortage, endorsing the Kids’ Access to Primary Care Act, supporting policies addressing substance use disorders and more.
Read More AAFP Federal Advocacy Update, February 2023The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) federal advocacy team shares an update about efforts to avert Medicare payment cuts and streamline prior authorization processes; recommendations on cybersecurity policies in health care; work to increase vaccine uptake; and more.
Read More AAFP Federal Advocacy Update, December 2022The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) federal advocacy team shares an update about Medicare payment cuts, Medicaid and CHIP coverage, telehealth flexibilities, scope of practice legislation, integrated behavioral health and investment in primary care.
Read More AAFP Federal Advocacy Update, November 2022The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) federal advocacy team shares an update about improving access to primary care, the call for further legislative action on the youth mental health crisis, the need to pass the Conrad State 30 and Physician Access Act, the latest data on the role of family physicians in maternity care deserts and more.
Read More AAFP Federal Advocacy Update, October 2022GUEST POST: Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians member Bob Koshnick, MD, FAAFP, is passionate about increasing patient access to quality, affordable health care. He recently published a book on reducing medical care costs and regulatory burdens and empowering patients to manage their own care.
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