Rob Wile
Health care groups spent more on lobbyists in 2011 than any other industry, with the sector's largest associations posting more than $80 million combined, according to data released this month by OpenSecrets.org.
Among health groups, the American Medical Association spent $21.5 million on lobbyists. Blue Cross/Blue Shield came a close second at $20.9 million. Their targets ranged from malpractice legislation to the status of health insurance brokers.
Health care groups spent more on lobbyists in 2011 than any other industry, with the sector's largest associations posting more than $80 million combined, according to data released this month by OpenSecrets.org.
Among health groups, the American Medical Association spent $21.5 million on lobbyists. Blue Cross/Blue Shield came a close second at $20.9 million. Their targets ranged from malpractice legislation to the status of health insurance brokers.
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