Mammography Quality Standards Reauthorization Act of 2002

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2591 Mammography Quality Standards Reauthorization Act of 2002 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/16/2023, 2:47 AM

Congressional Summary of S 2591

Mammography Quality Standards Reauthorization Act of 2002 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to extend funding for the mammography facilities certification program through FY 2007.

Permits the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue a temporary certificate to facilities seeking reaccreditation and awarded an accreditation extension for specified reasons, including inability of accrediting body to complete the process in time and unforeseen situations which cause the facility to be unable to meet the reaccreditation timeframes, but do not compromise the quality of mammography.

Requires the Comptroller General to evaluate the Mammography Quality Standards Act, including the demonstration program's frequency of inspections, accessibility of services, and the role of States as both accreditation and certification bodies.

Directs the Secretary to contract with the Institute of Medicine to study health professional training in the area of mammography.

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Current Status of Bill S 2591

Bill S 2591 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2002. Bill S 2591 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the Senate on June 5, 2002. Bill S 2591's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of June 5, 2002

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2591

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Health

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Access to health careAccreditation (Medical care)AuthorizationCongressCongressional investigationsCongressional reporting requirementsContinuing educationEconomics and Public FinanceEducationEmployee trainingGovernment Operations and PoliticsHigher educationLabor and EmploymentLawLicensesMammographyMedical educationMedical personnelMedical researchPhysiciansQuality of careScience, Technology, CommunicationsStandardsWomenWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2591

Mammography Quality Standards Reauthorization Act of 2002A bill to reauthorize the Mammography Quality Standards Act, and for other purposes.Mammography Quality Standards Reauthorization Act of 2002

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