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The Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Program Pilot Act aims to improve clinical health outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions for certain Medicare beneficiaries. It establishes a 6-year pilot program where selected hospitals provide medically tailored meals to qualified individuals after discharge. …
The WELL Seniors Act of 2025 aims to improve the annual wellness visit under the Medicare program. It expands the scope of the wellness visit to include screening for social determinants of health, such as food security, housing security, and …
The Medical Laboratory Personnel Shortage Relief Act of 2025 aims to address the shortage of medical laboratory personnel by amending the Public Health Service Act. It includes medical laboratory personnel in the National Health Service Corps programs and establishes a …
The Patients Over Profit Act (POP Act) aims to prohibit common ownership between health insurance issuers and certain Medicare healthcare providers. This bill seeks to prevent potential conflicts of interest and promote competition within the healthcare industry. It mandates divestment …
The Stop CMV Act of 2025 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act, mandating congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) screening for newborns. It directs hospitals and healthcare entities to administer CMV tests to infants under 21 days old. The bill also …
The Medical Student Education Authorization Act of 2025 aims to address primary care shortages in medically underserved communities. It establishes a grant program for accredited public institutions of higher education. The grants will support medical student education and encourage service …
The Stop CMV Act of 2025 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act, mandating congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) screening for newborns. It directs hospitals and healthcare entities to administer CMV tests to infants under 21 days old. The bill also …
The Preventive Home Visit Act aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for preventive home visits under Medicare. These visits, conducted by qualified professionals, would assess the home environment, identify health risks, and provide …
The Stand Strong Falls Prevention Act aims to reduce falls and fall-related injuries among older Americans by amending the Older Americans Act of 1965. It establishes an Advisory Committee on Falls Prevention to develop and oversee a national falls prevention …
This joint resolution aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) related to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), specifically concerning "Marketplace Integrity and Affordability". The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review …
House Resolution 732 expresses support for designating September 30, 2025, as "Rare Cancer Day." The resolution aims to highlight the challenges faced by patients with rare cancers and to raise awareness to improve early diagnosis and treatment. It acknowledges the …
Senate Resolution 397 expresses support for designating September as "Dystonia Awareness Month." The resolution aims to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia, a neurological movement disorder affecting an estimated 250,000 to 300,000 individuals in the United States. The resolution …
The Stand Strong for Medicare Act aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for certain fall prevention items under Medicare. These items include grab bars, non-slip mats, shower chairs, and bed rails. The bill …
The VA Extenders Act of 2025 primarily focuses on extending existing programs and authorities related to veterans' affairs. It addresses healthcare, benefits, housing, and other matters administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill aims to ensure the …
The VA Extenders Act of 2025 primarily focuses on extending existing programs and authorities related to veterans' affairs. It addresses healthcare, benefits, housing, and other matters administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill extends various deadlines and …