News in brief - Dec. 17, 2012

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AMA meeting opens with recap of year of promoting changes in health care

■ At the opening of the House of Delegates, the AMA president and executive vice president describe how the Association made improvements for doctors and patients. Read story

11 medical schools earn AMA grants for education innovation

■ Physicians and educators hope the $11 million initiative will spark nationwide curriculum changes to better prepare future doctors for leadership roles in team-based care. Read story

5 reasons to fire your attorney

■ Positive physician and lawyer relations are key to a successful case resolution. But when does an attorney's behavior cross the line? Read story

How well do physicians know the ACA?

■ Individual practices and medical organizations are educating their doctors on the 2,000-page statute, and some say they're ready for 2014. Read story

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Medicare's doctor records riddled with errors

■ Incorrect enrollment information on physicians participating in Medicare can lead to doctors losing billing privileges and inaccurate information being posted on the Physician Compare website.

Ruling jeopardizes authority of state medical boards

■ The AMA and others in organized medicine are concerned that a decision against a dental board will mean unfair antitrust scrutiny for regulatory agencies.

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• Profession »
  Payout limits upheld for birth-related brain injuries
• Business »
  Physician demand driving more EHRs to go mobile
• Opinion »
  Physicians hone their job search strategies
• Health »
  White House seeks renewed focus on mental illness

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