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Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2024
12/24/2024, 12:08 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7516
Bill 118 HR 7516, also known as the Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2024, aims to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for individuals who receive care through the Purchased and Referred Care (PRC) program. The PRC program provides healthcare services to American Indian and Alaska Native individuals who are not eligible for services through the Indian Health Service.
The bill includes provisions to streamline the PRC program, improve coordination between the Indian Health Service and other healthcare providers, and increase funding for the program. It also seeks to address disparities in healthcare access and outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals by promoting culturally competent care and expanding access to telehealth services.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance data collection and reporting requirements to better track the effectiveness of the PRC program and identify areas for improvement. It also includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability within the program to ensure that resources are being used efficiently and effectively. Overall, the Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2024 aims to strengthen the PRC program and improve healthcare outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals by addressing barriers to care and promoting quality, culturally competent services.
The bill includes provisions to streamline the PRC program, improve coordination between the Indian Health Service and other healthcare providers, and increase funding for the program. It also seeks to address disparities in healthcare access and outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals by promoting culturally competent care and expanding access to telehealth services.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance data collection and reporting requirements to better track the effectiveness of the PRC program and identify areas for improvement. It also includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability within the program to ensure that resources are being used efficiently and effectively. Overall, the Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2024 aims to strengthen the PRC program and improve healthcare outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals by addressing barriers to care and promoting quality, culturally competent services.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7516
Bill HR 7516 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2024. Bill HR 7516 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2024. Bill HR 7516's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 748. as of December 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7516
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
21Democrat Cosponsors
13Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7516
Primary Policy Focus
Native AmericansAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7516
Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2024
To amend the Indian Health Care Improvement Act to address liability for payment of charges or costs associated with provision of purchased/referred care services, and for other purposes.
Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2024
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