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The AUA is a leading advocate for the specialty of urology and works on behalf of its members and their patients. The AUA's advocacy efforts are varied to ensure that the interests of our members are made known to a wide array of decision makers. Whether we are contacting lawmakers on Capitol Hill or federal officials in government agencies, we are supporting and advocating for the practice of urology.

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FDA Supplement and Drug Recalls

The AUA strives to regularly notify its members about pertinent FDA alerts and recalls including medical devices, drugs and supplements in the AUA Policy & Advocacy Brief blog and on AUANet.org. Learn more

Patient Access to PSA Testing

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force in May 2018 recommended prostate cancer screening in men ages 55-69. These recommendations are in direct alignment with the AUA's clinical practice guideline and guidelines from most other major physician groups - such as the American Cancer Society and the American College of Physicians, all which advocate for shared decision-making. Learn more

Bill Spotlight: Standardizing Electronic Prior Authorization for Safe Prescribing Act

Prior authorization is a challenge that all practices are facing. The AUA, through the Regulatory Relief Coalition, is engaging Congress on H.R. 4841, the Standardizing Electronic Prior Authorization for Safe Prescribing Act (ePA) of 2018. The bill would increase the use of electronic prior authorizations under Medicare Part D. Learn more

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AUA Policy & Advocacy Brief

The AUA Policy & Advocacy Brief blog, hosted on Urology Place, features the latest news and information related to urology advocacy and practice management. Read the blog

Become a Urology Advocate

Member involvement is critical to advocacy. Get involved and get the tools and information you need to join your fellow urologists and urologic professionals in advocating for change. View action alerts

Advocacy Priorities

The AUA is a leading advocate for the specialty of urology and works on behalf of its members and their patients. AUA's legislative priorities include preserving access to appropriate prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening, promoting medical liability reform and promoting urology/cancer research funding. Learn more

Are You Choosing Wisely?

Access the AUA’s List of 15 Things Physicians and Patients Should Question, as well as additional resources developed as part of our participation in the Choosing Wisely® campaign, an initiative of the ABIM Foundation. Learn more