Transforming Medicare

Article Abstract:

The American Medical Association drafted a plan to change Medicare which Congress must consider in the next term, since the part of the Medicare plan which covers hospital expenses will run out of funds in 2001. Budget cuts have been made repeatedly to no avail, so Congress should consider the AMA's plan, which focuses on personal responsibility. Medical savings accounts, less red tape and more individual choice are cornerstones of the AMA plan.

Editorial, Political aspects, Medicare

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Medical boards, legislatures expand view of pain control

Article Abstract:

Several medical boards issued recommendations for the management of intractable pain in October 1996, including the California State Board of Pharmacy, the North Carolina Medical Board and the American Medical Association. The moves are part of a trend toward creating new regulations on the subject and guidelines for the appropriate medical use of opioids in pain management. Medical and legal issues surrounding pain control are discussed.

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical preparations, Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors, Narcotic Analgesic Preparations, Specialized Health Care NEC, All Other Ambulatory Health Care Services, Health Regulation, Health Programs-State & Local, Health aspects, Care and treatment, Health care industry, Pain, Pain management, Opioids, Health policy, Medical law, California. Board of Pharmacy

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After big Senate win, time to 'stay the course:' Senate's 100-0 vote for Kassebaum-Kennedy a step in the right direction

Article Abstract:

The American Medical Assn's aggressive and persistent push for health insurance reforms has not been in vain as the Senate voted 100 to 0 in favor of a bill that will create portable, affordable health insurance for Americans. Other items that the AMA will continue to fight for include patient protections and liability reform, medical savings accounts and fraud and abuse provisions.

Health insurance, Health care reform

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