John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-12-20T09:06:36Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3069 John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3069

Bill 118 HR 3069, also known as the John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023, aims to address disparities in healthcare coverage for LGBTQ+ individuals. The bill seeks to ensure that all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, have equal access to healthcare services under Medicare and Medicaid.

Specifically, the bill prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in the provision of healthcare services covered by Medicare and Medicaid. This includes services such as hormone therapy, mental health counseling, and gender-affirming surgeries.

Additionally, the bill requires healthcare providers who participate in Medicare and Medicaid to undergo training on LGBTQ+ cultural competency and sensitivity. This training is intended to ensure that healthcare providers are able to provide high-quality care to LGBTQ+ individuals in a respectful and inclusive manner. Overall, the John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023 seeks to promote equality and access to healthcare for all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. By addressing disparities in healthcare coverage, the bill aims to improve the health and well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals across the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 3069

John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023

This bill requires the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test a payment model that addresses social determinants of health and health disparities, particularly with respect to minorities, underserved areas, and high-risk individuals. The bill also generally incorporates consideration of such factors into the selection, implementation, and evaluation of other models, including the decision as to whether to expand a model's duration and scope.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3069

Bill HR 3069 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 2, 2023. Bill HR 3069 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 2, 2023. Bill HR 3069's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3069

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Health

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Government information and archivesHealth care qualityMedicaidMedicareMental healthMinority healthWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3069

John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment Act of 2023To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to improve access to care for all Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries through models tested under the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation, and for other purposes.

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