{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"FFFM | Advocacy in action: Members take key issues from clinics to Congress","description":"  In this episode of Fighting for Family Medicine, David Tully, AAFP Vice President of Government Relations, reviews the Academy\u2019s July advocacy efforts, including proposed Medicare payment improvements, physician workforce policies, Medicaid coverage protections and efforts to reduce administrative burdens.  He also highlights AAFP advocacy related to Public Service Loan Forgiveness, federal research grants, Medicare Advantage reform, overdose prevention and Primary Care for America\u2019s Triple Double campaign to expand investment in and access to primary care.  Tully then speaks with Rebecca King, AAFP Senior Strategist for State Affairs and Member Advocacy, about the record-setting 2026 Family Medicine Advocacy Summit and how family physicians, residents and students can continue building momentum during the August congressional recess. They discuss the summit\u2019s legislative priorities, the August Recess Advocacy Challenge and the AAFP Advocacy Ambassadors program.  00:00 July Advocacy Updates 00:51 Medicare Physician Payment Proposals 01:17 Supporting the Patients First Act 01:58 Public Charge Rule Concerns 02:16 Protecting Public Service Loan Forgiveness 02:39 Medicaid Work Reporting Requirements 03:04 Federal Grants and Scientific Review 03:30 Medicaid Payment Flexibility 03:56 Overdose Prevention and Medicare Advantage Reform 04:21 The Triple Double Primary Care Campaign 04:49 Family Medicine Advocacy Summit Recap 05:08 FMAS Legislative Priorities 06:45 Why Physicians\u2019 Stories Matter 08:59 Continuing Advocacy After FMAS 09:42 August Recess Advocacy Priorities 10:14 Connecting With Lawmakers at Home 11:48 August Recess Advocacy Challenge 14:01 AAFP Advocacy Ambassadors 16:17 Closing and Disclaimers      Additional Resources  AAFP Member Advocacy  AAFP Advocacy Ambassador Program  August Recess Challenge  Speak Out tool  Share Your Story tool  Rounds Resources:  AAFP Statement on 2027 MPFS Proposed Rule  AAFP letter to OMB on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance - July 13, 2026  AAFP Letter to CMS on Medicaid State Directed Payments - July 21, 2026  AAFP urges withdrawal of proposed PSLF rule | AAFP  AAFP Letter to the Department of Education on Intent to Develop Proposed Regulations - May 8, 2025  AAFP Letter to CMS on Medicaid State Directed Payments - July 21, 2026  Triple Double - Primary Care For America  AAFP Letter to House Energy and Commerce Committee on MA & Opioid Legislation \u2013 July 2, 2026  Patients First Act Signals Commitment to Modernizing Primary Care Payment | AAFP  AAFP Response to VA on Expanding Access to Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs Proposed Rule - July 8, 2026  Leading Physician Groups: Patients First Act Addresses Longstanding Payment Challenges | AAFP  Leading Frontline Physician Groups Oppose Final Public Charge Rule\u202f | AAFP  Disclaimer: Copyright 2026, AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker\u2019s own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. The AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.  ","author_name":"Inside Family Medicine","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/499348","html":"