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Family Medicine Update, June 21-25, 2021. It’s all about family medicine. Stay current on the latest recommendations and care strategies for patients of all ages with this special livestream event.

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Patient Care
- Clinical Recommendations
- Prevention & Wellness
- Care Resources
- Hot Topics
- EveryONE Project
- National Research Network
- Global Health
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Get information to help you prepare your practice, counsel your patients and administer the vaccine.

COVID-19 Vaccine Updates

Med Student & Resident

The Residency Census plays a vital role in the future of Family Medicine and the AAFP's work.

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Events

New Course! OPIOID USE DISORDER LIVESTREAM—Take a patient-centered approach to opioid use disorders, focusing on reducing its harm and stigma.

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- Awards for Family Physicians
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- How to Earn CME
- How to Report Your CME
- AAFP Leadership Opportunities
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- Make an Impact
- Read the Latest
Key AAFP Initiatives
- AAFP Rural Health Initiative
- Building the Pipeline
- Physician Payment Reform
- New Primary Care Paradigm
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Connect With Your Peers
- Member Constituencies and Forums
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The Residency Census plays a vital role in the future of Family Medicine and the AAFP's work.

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Advocacy

Speak Out & Fight for Family Medicine
FMAN: Family Medicine Action Network
- Advocacy Conferences
AAFP Grassroots Advocacy
- Congress 101
- Lobbying 101
By Topic: Health Care Coverage
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By Topic: Navigating Legal Issues
By Topic: Physician Payment
By Topic: Physician Workforce
By Topic: Prevention & Public Health
By Topic: Primary Care Research
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State Advocacy Efforts
Congressional Legislative Bill Tracker
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AAFP Primary Care Caucus

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News

AAFP Digital Assistant Pilot Opportunities Available

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Getting Paid

As a practicing family physician, you have important payment decisions to make. Discover information and resources to help you maximize your income. Review your Medicare options, get coding and billing tips, learn how to deal with private payers, and more.

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Managing Your Practice

You love caring for patients, but running a practice can be overwhelming. Get tools to lighten the load. Discover how technology can ease workflow, gain best practices to improve quality and ensure continuity of care, and beef up regulatory compliance, for starters.

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Managing Your Career

Whether you’ve been practicing for years or you’re just starting out, learn how to further your career without compromising well-being. Brush up on negotiating employment contracts, boost your job-hunting abilities, bolster your leadership skills, and more.

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Value-Based Delivery & Payment Models

When it comes to being paid based on the value of the care you provide, you have lots of choices. Compare and contrast different care models, including various CMS multi-payer options, accountable care organizations, and direct primary care, among others.

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