Health Care Workforce Real-Time Data Dashboard Act
Summary
The "Health Care Workforce Real-Time Data Dashboard Act" aims to establish a real-time data dashboard for graduate medical education training positions. The goal is to improve healthcare workforce planning and distribution, particularly in medically underserved communities. The Act mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, to develop and maintain this dashboard.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to better data-driven decision-making regarding the allocation of graduate medical education positions. This could result in a more equitable distribution of physicians across the country, addressing shortages in underserved areas. The dashboard will provide real-time information on residency applications, match rates, and graduate practice locations.
Potential Benefits
- Improved healthcare access in medically underserved communities.
- Enhanced workforce planning and policy development based on real-time data.
- Better allocation of resources for graduate medical education.
- Increased transparency in residency application and match processes.
- Support for evidence-based strategies to address physician shortages.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with developing and maintaining the data dashboard.
- Risk of data breaches or privacy violations if security measures are inadequate.
- Possible resistance from institutions or agencies required to share data.
- The dashboard's effectiveness depends on the accuracy and completeness of the data collected.
- The authorized appropriation of $1,500,000 may be insufficient to fully implement the Act.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble). It promotes the health and well-being of citizens by addressing physician shortages. The Act also respects individual privacy rights through its data privacy and security provisions, aligning with the spirit of the Fourth Amendment.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).