A bill to improve the quality, appropriateness, and effectiveness of diagnosis in health care, and for other purposes.

1/3/2025, 9:02 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Bill 118 s 5613, also known as the "Improving Diagnosis in Health Care Act," aims to enhance the quality, appropriateness, and effectiveness of diagnosis in the healthcare system. The bill addresses the importance of accurate and timely diagnosis in providing patients with the best possible care.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a national program to improve diagnosis, which includes developing and implementing strategies to enhance diagnostic quality and safety. This program will also focus on promoting research and education in the field of diagnosis, as well as improving communication and collaboration among healthcare providers.

Additionally, the bill seeks to address the issue of diagnostic errors, which can have serious consequences for patients. It calls for the development of guidelines and best practices to reduce diagnostic errors, as well as the implementation of systems to track and analyze these errors. Overall, the "Improving Diagnosis in Health Care Act" aims to ensure that patients receive accurate and timely diagnoses, leading to better outcomes and improved quality of care in the healthcare system.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5613

Introduced on
2024-12-19

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Bill 118 s 5613, also known as the "Improving Diagnosis in Health Care Act," aims to enhance the quality, appropriateness, and effectiveness of diagnosis in the healthcare system. The bill addresses the importance of accurate and timely diagnosis in providing patients with the best possible care.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a national program to improve diagnosis, which includes developing and implementing strategies to enhance diagnostic quality and safety. This program will also focus on promoting research and education in the field of diagnosis, as well as improving communication and collaboration among healthcare providers.

Additionally, the bill seeks to address the issue of diagnostic errors, which can have serious consequences for patients. It calls for the development of guidelines and best practices to reduce diagnostic errors, as well as the implementation of systems to track and analyze these errors. Overall, the "Improving Diagnosis in Health Care Act" aims to ensure that patients receive accurate and timely diagnoses, leading to better outcomes and improved quality of care in the healthcare system.

Comments

APPROVED
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Koen Rose
@pear_skirret_ardbeg84246
I can't believe this bill is trying to tell me how to get diagnosed! I know my body better than anyone else, and I should have the right to choose my own healthcare path. This bill is just another way for the government to control our lives and limit...

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/19/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.