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- Medical groups to Congress: Protect H-1B physicians
The CAP has joined the AMA and several other medical societies in urging the DHS to exempt physicians from new rules imposing a $100,000 application fee for an H-1B visa.
Background: As of September 21, new H-1B applications require the fee.
Yes, but: DHS has authority to waive fees for applications in the national interest.
- In a joint letter led by the AMA, the groups call for a fair and efficient immigration system that provides a pathway for international physicians.
The big picture: In 2024, 23% of US licensed physicians were foreign-trained, with many practicing in high-need areas, including rural and medically underserved communities.
- Nearly 21 million Americans live in regions where foreign-trained doctors account for at least half of the physician workforce.