In this Advocacy Rounds update on the Inside Family Medicine podcast, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps the Academy’s August advocacy, including messages to lawmakers during this month’s congressional recess.
Topics By Timestamp
00:00 Introduction
00:33 Key takeaways from the AAFP’s summary of the 2026 Medicare physician fee schedule
01:46 The Academy’s latest advocacy to curtail Medicare Advantage plans’ administrative burden
02:45 What the AAFP and Academy members are telling lawmakers during August recess, and how you can add your voice
04:27 Reaction to HHS’ decision to stop funding mRNA vaccines
05:20 The Academy’s call for CMS to support the Rural Health Transformation Task Force
06:17 Recent regulatory wins
07:32 Conclusion
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August 2025 Family Medicine Advocacy Rounds Newsletter
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