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AAMC Statement on the President’s Budget Request for FY 2027

AAMC reacts to the release of the President's budget for FY 2027.

  • April 3, 2026
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How Visa Policies Help Address Health Care Workforce Shortages and Advance Medical Breakthroughs

Two-page fact sheet detailing how J-1 and H-1B visa holders serve as an important complement within the health workforce, helping to fill gaps in the shortage.

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Helping Our Nation’s Veterans

The AAMC and its member organizations have an important partnership with the VA to ensure veterans receive the care they deserve.

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Trump Administration Executive Actions

A resource outlining Trump administration executive actions most likely to impact academic medicine.

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Support the Training of Future Physicians and Researchers

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AAMC Action is 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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Washington Highlights
MACPAC Reviews Work Requirements, Prior Authorization, and Program Integrity  

MACPAC met on April 9 and 10 to discuss topics including implementation of work requirements, prior authorization, and Medicaid program integrity.  

  • April 10, 2026
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MedPAC Reviews Medicare Payment Incentives, Pharmacy Access, and Medicare Advantage 

MedPAC met April 9&10 to discuss payment incentives, pharmacy access in Part D, and the relationship between Medicare Advantage enrollment & hospital finances.

  • April 10, 2026
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 CMS Releases CY 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Rate Notice  

CMS released the CY 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Rate Notice.    

  • April 10, 2026
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AAMC Requests Robust Funding for CDC, Molecular Detection Program

The AAMC requests robust investment in the CDC and its Advanced Molecular Detection program.

  • April 10, 2026
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AAMC Joins Letter Urging DHS and State Department to Address Visa Delays

The AAMC joined a letter to DHS and State Department requesting national interest exceptions and expedited processing for IMGs to continue training and practice

  • April 10, 2026
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