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Orthopoxvirus and monkeypox coding & guidance

Find CPT® codes for reporting orthopoxvirus and monkeypox testing and immunizations.

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Advancing public health

The AMA leads the charge on public health. Our members are the frontline of patient care, expanding access to care for underserved patients and developing key prevention strategies.

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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about monkeypox

A monkeypox outbreak has put health officials on high alert, but it differs substantially from SARS-CoV-2. A physician-scientist shares what to know.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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If U.S. is in a fourth COVID-19 surge, what should we do?

Learn with the AMA about one epidemiologist’s view of what’s needed to head off regional outbreaks and help speed the pandemic’s end.

Public Health
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18 MIN READ

Harris Pastides, PhD, MPH discusses the potential for a fourth COVID surge [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the potential of a fourth COVID surge.

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Public Health
AMA Update Podcast
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Harris Pastides, PhD, MPH discusses the potential for a fourth COVID surge

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the potential of a fourth COVID surge.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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20 MIN READ

Physician tips on how to talk to patients about vaccines

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing tips for physicians on how to talk to patients about vaccines.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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3 MIN READ

AMA, AHA, ANA back science-based COVID-19 vaccine process, urge vigilance

Leading U.S. medical, nursing, health organizations affirmed their commitment to ensuring COVID-19 vaccines are evaluated through a rigorous scientific process.

Press Releases
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An open letter to the American public on COVID-19 vaccines

Read an open letter to the general public from the AMA, AHA, and ANA about the importance of trust in the COVID-19 vaccines.

Public Health
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4 MIN READ

Physicians united: Here’s why pulling out of WHO is a big mistake

Speaking in unity, physician leaders voice disapproval of withdrawing from the World Health Organization and urge Congress to retain the relationship.

Public Health