Advocacy Topics

On this page, find several broad categories of current WSMA advocacy efforts. For more details on our legislative, regulatory, and political advocacy, review the Advocacy section menu.
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Medicaid Reimbursement

Improving Medicaid reimbursement rates for all specialties and all regions is key for ensuring equitable access to care to 2 million Washington residents.

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Medicare Payment Reform

Placing the Medicare payment system back on a sustainable path to ensure that our patients receive the quality care they deserve.

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Health Care Workforce

Short- and long-term solutions to prevent Washington state’s health care workforce shortages from getting worse.

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AI in Health Care

WSMA’s guiding principles for informing and influencing policymaking as AI technology develops.

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Climate Change

Supporting solutions that both reduce pollution and address the issue of climate change to promote healthier, sustainable communities.

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