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Press Release
AAMC Statement on Health and Human Services Funding in FY 2024 Appropriations Legislation

The AAMC is pleased Congress passed its fiscal year 2024 spending package preserving funding for critical health care programs integral to academic medicine.

  • March 25, 2024

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) works with policymakers and other leaders to advance policy priorities that strengthen the nation’s health and well-being.

Through policies that affect health care delivery, research, education, health equity, and more, the federal government is a key partner in sustaining the vitality of the nation’s academic medicine ecosystem, which is essential to improving the health of all. Learn more about the AAMC’s priorities for the 118th Congress.

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Statement on Improving Health Through DEI

The AAMC and other health care and medical associations made a statement in support of DEI policies in health care, to help improve our nation’s health.

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AAMC Policy and Priorities

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Research

AAMC-member institutions endeavor to prepare a diverse medical research workforce and champion an environment where medical discovery can flourish. This strong commitment is key to innovation that benefits patients.

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Clinical Care

AAMC-member teaching hospitals and faculty physicians cultivate and provide high-quality health care, especially for complex and vulnerable patients -- many of whom are unable to receive care elsewhere.

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Investing in Healthier Communities

Academic medical centers serve at the crossroads of community health, health equity, and population health and are actively working to prevent and address persistent public health challenges.

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Workforce

AAMC-member medical schools and teaching hospitals play a crucial role in preparing future physicians who help create a healthier future for all with innovative graduate medical education.

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Washington Highlights

Washington Highlights is a weekly newsletter that provides updates on the latest legislative and regulatory activities affecting academic medicine.

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White House OSTP Releases Research Security Guidance

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) released implementation guidance for National Security Presidential Memorandum 33.

  • Jan. 7, 2022
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CMS Issues Code for Remdesivir Outpatient Administration

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CM) issued a new HCPCS code for the outpatient administration of IV Remdesivir on Jan. 7, 2022.

  • Jan. 7, 2022
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CMS Releases ACA Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2023 Proposed Rule

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the ACA Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2023 proposed rule on Dec. 28, 2021.

  • Jan. 7, 2022
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CMS Rescinds the Most Favored Nation Interim Final Rule

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rescinded the interim final rule that would have reduced Medicare reimbursement for certain Part B drugs.

  • Jan. 7, 2022
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AAMC Statement on Reinstatement of CMS Vaccine Mandate

On December 29, the AAMC released a statement applauding the CMS announcement that it is reinstating COVID-19 vaccine mandates at covered health care locations.

  • Dec. 29, 2021
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Testimony & Correspondence
AAMC Comments on Proposed Rule to Withdraw or Repeal SUNSET Final Rule 

Department of Health and Human Services Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to withdraw or repeal the Final Rule, Securing Updated and Necessary Statutory Evaluations

  • Dec. 22, 2021
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AAMC Statement on Health Care Provisions in the Build Back Better Act

On December 20, the AAMC released a statement on the crucial health care provisions included in Build Back Better and urged the Senate to act without delay.

  • Dec. 20, 2021
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Senate Releases Updated Text of Build Back Better Act

Senate committees released text of the Build Back Better Act on Dec. 11 as negotiations on a final package continue.

  • Dec. 17, 2021
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Washington Highlights
Senate Committee Considers FDA Commissioner Nominee

The Senate HELP Committee held a nomination hearing for Robert Califf, MD, to be the next commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

  • Dec. 17, 2021
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AAMC, Others File Amicus Brief Challenging IDR in No Surprises Act

The AAMC filed an amicus brief in federal court to stop implementation of the process to settle payment disputes between providers and insurers.

  • Dec. 17, 2021
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AAMC Champion of Academic Medicine Award

This award recognizes members of Congress and staff for extraordinary leadership in support of the academic medicine community.

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Advocacy Coalitions

Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research

The Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research supports enhancing the federal investment in the biomedical, behavioral, and population-based research conducted and supported by the NIH.

GME Advocacy Coalition (GMEAC)

The GME Advocacy Coalition (GMEAC) is a group of organizations dedicated to the expansion and preservation of Medicare-supported graduate medical education.

Health Professions and Nursing Education Coalition (HPNEC)

The HPNEC advocates for continued support for the health professions and nursing workforce development programs critical to providing continued services to underserved and minority communities.

Friends of VA Medical Care and Health Research (FOVA)

The FOVA is a diverse coalition representing national academic, medical, and scientific societies; voluntary health and patient advocacy groups; and veteran-focused associations.

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AAMC Action – Let’s Raise Our Voices Together

We are a community of students, residents, researchers, faculty members, physicians, and others who advocate on behalf of academic medicine to improve the health of people everywhere.

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