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Passed in the House: Historic Legislation to Improve Access to …

WebWASHINGTON, D.C. – House Ways and Means Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) today released the following statement after the House voted 392 to 26 to pass the 21st Century Cures Act. Sponsored by Energy and Commerce Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI), the legislation unleashes medical innovation and the development and delivery of life-saving …

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The Way Forward on Health Care

WebWith these questions in mind, here is a common-sense framework for a Way Forward on modernized, personalized health care plan for people at every stage of life:. 1. Protect people with pre-existing conditions, regardless of whether they get their health care from their employer, an individual insurance plan, or a government program like …

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UPDATE: More Questions Answered on the Public Health and …

WebThe CARES Act invested $100 billion into the Public Health and Social Service Emergency Fund for health care providers. Here is an update on those funds. Key points: The first tranche of $30 billion is out the door, with allocations going to providers proportionately based on how much a given provider billed Medicare fee-for-service in […]

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CARES Act: Health

WebThe Cares Act, signed into law on March 27, provides emergency relief to workers, families, small businesses, and distressed industries. The law is big, targeted, and will make a difference. Here are the health details. Key points: What you need to know: Treatment for COVID-19 Patients is a Priority: To help patients, the bill invests in our

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Ways and Means Committee Releases Summary of Responses to …

WebWASHINGTON, DC—Today, House Ways and Means Committee Republican Leader Kevin Brady (R-TX), Chairman Richard E. Neal (D-MA), and the co-chairs of the Committee’s Rural and Underserved Communities Health Task Force’s (Task Force)— Congressman Brad Wenstrup (R-OH), Congressman Jodey Arrington (R-TX), …

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Expanding Telehealth to More Americans

WebOne way to improve access to care in these communities is continuing to expand and invest in telehealth. CMS has issued a bevy of temporary flexibilities and financial investments to make telehealth more accessible for patients across the country during the public health emergency. Congress should build on this progress and take …

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Key Ways and Means GOP Provisions Led by Rep. Schweikert …

WebOn the heels of a raging pandemic and a terrible recession, Americans deserve to maintain the greater access and choice in the health care they relied on to get through the pandemic. Telehealth is a crucial tool to increase access to health care for patients. During the pandemic, the average national weekly telehealth users jumped […]

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H.R. 8261, Preserving Telehealth, Hospital, and Ambulance …

WebH.R. 8261, Preserving Telehealth, Hospital, and Ambulance Access Act Rep. Schweikert (R-AZ), Rep. Thompson (D-CA) Americans benefit from access to care at home.

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The Committee is seeking broad stakeholder input on these …

WebInnovative Models and Technology The Committee is requesting comments on policies to advance innovative care models and technology, especially those that improve access to care in rural and underserved areas.

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H.R. 8244, The Ensuring Seniors’ Access to Quality Care Act

WebH.R. 8244, The Ensuring Seniors’ Access to Quality Care Act Rep. Ron Estes (R-KS), Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) Nursing home workforce is in crisis and ge3ng worse.

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House Committee on Ways and Means

WebHearing Information Friday, May 10, 2024 at 9:00 AM (Mountain Time) Scottsdale, Arizona Advisory. Read More

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House Health Leaders Praise Inclusion of Ways and Means, Energy …

WebOn the heels of a raging pandemic and a terrible recession, Americans deserve greater access and choice in the health care they are relying on, which is why Ways and Means Republican Leader Rep. Kevin Brady (R-TX) and Energy and Commerce Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) issued the following statement: …

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H.R. 8235, Rural Physician Workforce Preserva;on Act

WebH.R. 8235, Rural Physician Workforce Preserva;on Act Rep. Murphy (R-NC) Rural areas are facing physician shortages and need a reliable physician pipeline.

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FACT SHEET: Republicans Support Protections for Patients with Pre

WebRepublicans stand with patients who have pre-existing conditions and have fought for legislation to protect them. Every single Democrat has voted against Republican measures designed to help patients. CLICK HERE to download this fact sheet as a PDF. Key Points: No American should fear being unable to access health insurance because of a pre …

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H.R. 8245, The Rural Hospital Stabilizaon Act

WebH.R. 8245, The Rural Hospital Stabilizaon Act Rep. Feenstra (R-IA) Rural hospitals face financial instability due to low pa6ent volumes. • Crical Access Hospitals (CAHs), small rural hospitals, and Rural Emergency Hospitals are

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Healthy Future Task Force Treatment Subcommittee Unveils …

WebRepublicans on the Healthy Future Task Force rolled out a new plan for getting Americans greater access to affordable treatments last week, discussing innovative new policies during a roundtable in the Capitol. For Leader McCarthy’s full wrap-up of the event, click here. The roundtable featured a discussion with Khrystal K Davis, JD, …

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Chairman Smith and Health Subcommittee Chairman …

WebThe Committee seeks to make its facilities accessible to persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please call 202-225-3625 or request via email to [email protected] in advance of the event (four business days’ notice is requested). Questions regarding accommodation needs in general (including availability …

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National Business Group on Health

WebThe National Business Group on Health (Business Group) is a member organization representing 314 mostly large employers—including 65 of the Fortune 100—that provide coverage to more than 55 million U.S. workers, retirees and their families. The Business Group is the nation’s only non-profit organization devoted exclusively to …

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Ways and Means Republicans Lead Package of Bipartisan Mental …

WebWays and Means Republican Members introduced a package of mental health bills to close gaps in mental health care, improve our current system to work better for patients, reduce physician burnout, protect consumers, and bring more openness into the system. Improvements to Medicare inpatient and outpatient mental health services …

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House Committee on Ways and Means Internship Program

WebThe Committee on Ways and Means is responsible for tax, health, trade, social security, welfare, and other important policy issues. An internship with Ways and Means provides interns the unique opportunity to learn about the legislative process and experience, first-hand, the operations of this crucial Congressional Committee.

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Ways and Means Republicans Release Legislation to Repeal and …

WebWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX) released legislation to repeal and replace Obamacare through a budget process known as reconciliation. The legislation, part of House Republicans’ American Health Care Act, delivers relief from Obamacare’s taxes and mandates and advances …

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