Shape the Future of Health Care
Decisions surrounding the U.S. health care system affect us all, but no one is better equipped to guide these choices than the physicians who deliver care every day. It’s crucial for Congress to hear directly from you as they craft and enact health care legislation.
The Physicians Grassroots Network empowers you with the tools to engage with policymakers and drive meaningful action on the most critical issues in medicine. Join us in taking action and creating a better future for you, your patients, and your practice.
Urge Your Members of Congress to Fix Medicare Now
Congress recently passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which provides a temporary 2.5% physician payment increase in 2026 but fails to address the core issue: the need for long-term Medicare payment reform. Without action, many physician practices may close.
Tell Congress to Fix Prior Authorization
Prior authorization delays patient care and burdens physicians. The bipartisan Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act aims to streamline prior authorization in Medicare Advantage, boost transparency, and promote timely treatment. Urge Congress to #FixPriorAuth.
Tell Congress: Protect America’s Most Vulnerable Patients
The House’s new reconciliation bill takes steps to stabilize Medicare, but proposed Medicaid and Affordable Care Act provisions could limit access to care, especially in rural and underserved areas, and threaten the physician workforce. Urge your senators to strengthen the bill and protect access to care.
Ask Congress to Help Stop H-1B Visa Fees
The proposed $100,000 H-1B visa application fee would create roadblocks to bringing highly trained physicians into our communities and threaten access to care. Join us in calling for an exemption for physicians.
Advocacy Tools
The AMA’s Guide to Physician Advocacy uncovers the ins and outs of communication with Congress. Within this guide, you’ll find information on where to reach members, how to effectively engage with them, and what resources the AMA has available to support your efforts.
Legislator Search Tool
Enter your zip code into the Legislator Search Tool to find your elected officials.
Members of the 119th U.S. Congress List
See a breakdown of new members, physician members, and key committee members.
Discover More Ways to Advocate
Social Media
Social media has changed how constituents interact with Congress. Platforms like Facebook and X let you instantly reach most U.S. lawmakers with clear, consistent messages, which can make a strong impact.
Tips:
- When engaging with your elected officials, be sure to indicate that you are a constituent.
- Follow your representative and senators on Facebook and X.
- Follow @PhysGrassroots on Facebook, X, and Instagram, and @physiciansgrassrootsnetwork.org on Bluesky and reshare the content that resonates with you.
Emails and Letters
Many members of Congress prioritize constituent feedback, with offices often tracking input on key issues. Our action alerts can help you get started, but the most impactful messages include personal stories and original thoughts.
Tips:
- If you send an email or letter, be sure to include your name, address, and contact information. This will eliminate any doubt about who you are and how to reach you.
- When sending a letter, keep in mind that due to security screenings, it may take a few weeks for an office to receive your letter and respond.
Phone Calls
Calling your members’ district or Capitol Hill office is an effective way to directly voice your concerns or ask questions. While you'll usually speak with a staffer, they know the member’s stance on issues and will relay your message. Our action alerts include talking points to help guide your call.
Tips:
- Phone calls can be particularly powerful in the days or hours leading up to important votes.
- Members have multiple offices, and it can be useful to call both their Capitol Hill office where their legislative staff works, as well as their local district offices to reinforce your concerns.
In-Person Visits
Meeting face-to-face with a member of Congress or their staff is a powerful way to discuss key issues. Speaking with a staffer who specializes in your area of interest can also be just as effective as meeting with the member directly. Clear goals and careful planning are essential for a successful visit.
Tips:
- Contact the member’s scheduler and request to meet directly with the health legislative assistant and the member, if available.
- Explain the purpose of the meeting, including what one to two issues you want to discuss.
- Follow up after the meeting by writing an email or letter that thanks the member and/or staff for their time, recaps agenda items, and reiterates any requests.
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