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The Association makes a house call to Michigan, where physicians, as well as their patients, have been hit hard by the economic decline.

Lawmakers remain divided on reform amid calls to fulfill the late senator's legacy. Massachusetts will hold a Jan. 19 special election for the empty seat.

The Obama administration may be waiting until after a health system reform bill is approved before naming someone to spearhead any Medicare and Medicaid changes.

Physicians and patients say the state overlooked health plans' inadequate networks when it contracted to move some beneficiaries into managed care.

Ninety-four percent of enrollees say they are satisfied overall with the city's 2-year-old program.