Journal-based CME Course: What Should Be the Nature and Scope of Pediatricians’ Duties to Keep Their Patients Insured?

Activity ID

14408

Expires

September 1, 2028

Format Type

Journal-based

CME Credit

Fee

$30

CME Provider: AMA Journal of Ethics

Description of CME Course

Access to health care is a key structural determinant of health, with lack of health insurance as a main barrier. In the United States, nearly half of children rely on Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program for health insurance. Children’s eligibility for coverage under these programs is income-dependent and can vary over time, so changes in insurance status signal a need to screen for unmet structural needs. Clinicians, who are obligated to respond to what screening reveals, should be prepared to help deploy practice-based, health system, and community resources to help meet the needs of children and families.

Disclaimers

1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Explain a new or unfamiliar viewpoint on a topic of ethical or professional conduct
2. Evaluate the usefulness of this information for health care practice, teaching, or conduct
3. Decide whether and when to apply the new information to health care practice, teaching, or conduct

Keywords

Ethics, Health Care Economics, Insurance, Payment, Social Determinants of Health, Pediatrics

Competencies

Medical Knowledge, Professionalism

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/amajethics.2025.649