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Two proposals called for changes in AMA policy, but neither was adopted by delegates.

Doctors still push for damage caps but also focus on different reforms.

Among the plans is one from a state Senate panel proposing health cards for citizens, with insurance funded by employers, workers, state and federal governments.

The new policy also opposes requiring doctors to report a patient's immigration status.

The AMA should seek legislation so managed care companies and other payers have only 180 days during which to seek a refund from physicians.