To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program.
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2011 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Healthcare reform; healthcare regulations; Medicare part D; proposed antitrust exemptions for certain pharmacies; IVIG payments; Medicare demonstration projects for durable medical equipment; importation of prescription drugs; home infusion; disclosure of PBM information; changes to drug benefits offered under the FEHBP and increasing healthcare value; competitive bidding. HR 574 and S 254 - Medicare Home Infusion Coverage Act; all sections HR 1765 - To Amedn Title XVIII of the SSA with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program; all sections HR 3962 - Affordable Care Act for All America Act; all sections S 1796 - America's Health Future Act; sections 1001-2221 HR 3790 - To amend Title XVIII of the SSA to repeal the Medicare Competitive Acqusition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS); all sections Public Law 111-152 - Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act (formerly HR 4872); all sections HR 1041 - Fairness in Medciare Bidding Act (FIMBA), section 2
Client expense: $1,080,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Congressional Budget Office (CBO), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Postal Rate Commission, Postal Regulatory Commission, SENATE, U.S. Postal Service (USPS)
2011 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Healthcare reform; healthcare regulations; Medicare Part D; proposed antitrust exemptions for certain pharmacies; IVIG payments; Medicare demonstration projects for durable medical equipment; importation of prescription drugs; home infusion; disclosure of PBM information; changes to drug benefits offered under the FEHBP and increasing healthcare value; competitive bidding H.R. 574 and S. 254 - Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act; all sections H.R. 1765 - To Amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program; all sections H.R. 3962 - Affordable Care for All America Act; all sections S. 1796 - America's Healthy Future Act; sections 1001 - 2221 H.R. 3790 - To amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the Medicare Competitive Acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS); all sections Public Law 111-152 - Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act (formerly H.R. 4872); all sections H.R. 1041 - Fairness in Medicare Bidding Act (FIMBA); section 2
Client expense: $1,080,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2010 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
Various issues surrounding health care reform. HR 3200, HR 1339, S 1235, HR 1392, S 1221, HR 3590, HR 1188, S 468, HR 1765, HR 4827, S.701, HR 4985, H.RES 1444, HR 5597, HR 2400, HR 1549, HR 5106.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Healthcare reform; healthcare regulations; Medicare Part D; proposed antitrust exemptions for certain pharmacies; IVIG payments; Medicare demonstration projects for durable medical equipment; importation of prescription drugs; home infusion; disclosure of PBM information; changes to drug benefits offered under the FEHBP and increasing healthcare value; competitive bidding; proposed revisions to the blood glucose local coverage determination H.R. 574 and S. 254 - Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 1204 - Community Pharmacy Fairness Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 1765 - To Amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program; all sections H.R. 5597 - To Establish a Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration Project; all sections H.R. 4199 - Patient Health and Real Medication Access Cost Savings Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 3962 - Affordable Healthcare for All America Act of 2009; all sections S. 1796 - America's Healthy Future Act of 2009; sections 1001 - 2221 H.R. 3790 - To amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to repeal the Medicare Competitive Acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS); all sections H.R. 4752 - Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiations Act of 2010; all sections Public Law 111-152 - Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (formerly H.R. 4872); all sections
Client expense: $470,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2010 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. H.R. 2002 / S. 701, Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage & payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 5597, To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project. H.R. 5712, Physician Payment and Therapy Relief Act and H.R. 4994, Medicare and Medicaid Extenders Act, as they relate to Medicare coverage of IVIG services.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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| Joseph R. Pitts | Republican | PA |
| Ron Kind | Democratic | WI |
| Steven R. Rothman | Democratic | NJ |
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Congressional Budget Office (CBO), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Postal Rate Commission, Postal Regulatory Commission, SENATE, U.S. Postal Service (USPS)
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Postal Rate Commission, Postal Regulatory Commission, SENATE, U.S. Postal Service (USPS)
2010 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. S. 701 / H.R. 2002, Medicare IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage and payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 5597, To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project. H.R. 5712, Physician Payment and Therapy Relief Act and H.R. 4994, Medicare and Medicaid Extenders Act, as they relate to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. S. 525, S. 1232 / H.R. 1298, the Pharmaceutical Market Access & Drug Safety Act, as it relates to the importation of biologicals and pedigree. Drug safety issues, including H.R. 759, the FDA Globalization Act, as it relates to drug safety and pedigree and H.R. 6543, The Drug Safety Enhancement Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
HR 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation HR 1392: Medicare Part B Prompt-Pay Legislation S 701: "Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009" HR 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act HR 5597: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration project S 1221: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure more appropriate payment amounts for drugs and biologicals under part B of the Medicare Program by excluding customary prompt pay discounts extended to wholesalers from the manufacturer's average sales price.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
S 701: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation HR 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act HR 5597: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration Project Pharmaceutical Industry Annual Fee; Orphan Drug Exclusion Pending acquisition of Talecris by GRIFOLS. Educational meetings with Congressional offices. HR 5141 & S 3578: "Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act"
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
S. 701 Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1765, Medicare Home Infusion Legislation HR 1085/ s 442 Health Insurance Coverage Protection Act HR 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act HR 3962 Affordable Healthcare for America Act Grifols' acquisition of Talecris Biotherapeutics
Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), SENATE
2010 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
HR 1765: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intraveneous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immunde deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program. HR 5597: To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project HR 4994-Medicare and Medicaid Extenders Act of 2010: To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project S 701-Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1586-Education, Jobs and Medicaid funding bill as it relates to Medicaid AMP
Client expense: $581,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
2010 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
S.701-Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 H.R.1765-To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program H.R.5597-To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Health Issues
Various issues surrounding health care reform. HR 3200, HR 1339, S 1235, HR 1392, S 1221, HR 3590, HR 1188, S 468, HR 1765, HR 4827, S.701, HR 4985, H.RES 1444, HR 5597, HR 2400, HR 1549, HR 5106.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $110,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Health Issues
S. 701 Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1765, Medicare Home Infusion Legislation HR 1085/ s 442 Health Insurance Coverage Protection Act HR 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act HR 3962 Affordable Healthcare for America Act
Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
healthcare reform; healthcare regulations; Medicare Part D; proposed antitrust exemptions for certain pharmacies; IVIG payments; Medicare Demonstration Projects for durable medical equipment; importation of prescription drugs; home infusion; disclosure of PBM information; changes to drug benefits offered under the FEHBP and increasing healthcare value H.R. 574 and S. 254 - Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 1204 - Community Pharmacy Fairness Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 1765 - To Amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program; all sections H.R. 5597 - To Establish a Medciare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration Project; all sections H.R. 4199 - Patient Health and Real Medication Access Cost Savings Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 3962 - Affordable Healthcare for All America Act; all setions S. 1793 - America's Health Future Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 4752 - Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiations Act of 2010; all sections Public Law 111-152 - Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (formerly H.R. 4872); all sections
Client expense: $960,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Postal Regulatory Commission, SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
H.R. 3590- the "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act" regarding the role of pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy in healthcare. HR. 203 the Medicare Fraud Prevention Act of 2009 Section 4 provisions relating to the increased surety bond requirement of suppliers of durable medical equipment. HR. 1586- the "FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act" -Title II- all provisions relating to State Fiscal Relief and other provisions. Extend through the first three quarters of 2011 the Federal Medicaid Assistance Percentage (FMAP). Amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to include Medicaid coverage in the Medicaid average manufacturer price any drug that is an inhalation, infusion, instilled, implanted, or injectable drug that is not generally dispensed through a retail pharmacy. HR. 1765 all provisions, regarding amending the Social Security Act with respect to payment for items and services relating to the furnishing of IVIG in a patients home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency disease and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program. S. 956/HR 1970 the Preserve Patient Access to Reputable DMEPOS Providers Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding exempting unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare Program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS). HR 574/S. 254 the Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding amending the Social Security Act to provide for the coverage of home infusion therapy under the Medicare program. HR. 3108 the Medication Therapy Management Benefits Act of 2009, all provisions; regarding amending part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to promote medication therapy management under the Medicare part D prescription drug program. HR 5597 - all provisions regarding establishing a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project. S. 3543 - the "Medication Therapy Management Expanded Benefits Act of 2010," - all provisions, regarding amending Part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase the number of diseases and conditions for which beneficiaries may be targeted for medication therapy management services. HR 4213 - the "American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010," - section 232 - regarding amending ARRA to extend through December 31, 2010, the increase in the Medicaid federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP).
Client expense: $340,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
H.R.1765: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program. H.R. 5597: To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project S.701: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 H.R. 1586: Education, Jobs and Medicaid funding bill as it relates to Medicaid AMP
Client expense: $930,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
2010 · third_quarter · Health Issues
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. S. 701 / H.R. 2002, Medicare IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage and payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 5597, To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project. H.R. 4213, The Tax Extenders Act as it relates to access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries. S. 525, S. 1232 / H.R. 1298, the Pharmaceutical Market Access & Drug Safety Act, as it relates to the importation of biologicals and pedigree. Drug safety issues, including H.R. 759, the FDA Globalization Act, as it relates to drug safety and pedigree.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. H.R. 2002 / S. 701, Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage & payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 5597, To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project. H.R. 4213, The Tax Extenders Act, as it relates to access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
HR 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation HR 1392: Medicare Part B Prompt-Pay Legislation S 701: "Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009" HR 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act HR 5597: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration project S 1221: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure more appropriate payment amounts for drugs and biologicals under part B of the Medicare Program by excluding customary prompt pay discounts extended to wholesalers from the manufacturer's average sales price.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Health Issues
S 701: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation HR 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act HR 5597: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration Project HR 4213: The American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act (340B Program inpatient expansion) Pharmaceutical Industry Annual Fee; Orphan Drug Exclusion
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
HR 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation HR 1392: Medicare Part B Prompt-Pay Legislation S 701: "Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009" HR 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act HR 5597: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration project S 1221: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure more appropriate payment amounts for drugs and biologicals under part B of the Medicare Program by excluding customary prompt pay discounts extended to wholesalers from the manufacturer's average sales price.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Health Issues
Various issues surrounding health care reform. HR 3200, HR 1339, S 1235, HR 1392, S 1221, HR 3590, HR 1188, S 468, HR 1765, HR 4827, S.701, HR 4985, H.RES 1444, HR 5597, HR 2400, HR 1549, HR 5106.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $70,000
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Health Issues
S. 701 Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1765, Medicare Home Infusion Legislation HR 1085/ s 442 Health Insurance Coverage Protection Act HR 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act HR 3962 Affordable Healthcare for America Act
Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
health care ceform, health care regulations, Medicare Part D, proposed antitrust exemptions for certain pharmacists, IVIG payments, Medicare Demonstration Projects for durable medical equipment, importation of prescription drugs, home infusion, disclosure of PBM information, changes to drug benefits offered under the FEHBP and increasing healthcare value. H.R. 574 and S. 254 - Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 1204 - Community Pharmacy Fairness Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 1765 - To Amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program; all sections H.R. 4199 - Patient Health and Real Medication Access Cost Savings Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 3962 - Affordable Health Care for America Act; all sections S 1793 - America's Healthy Future Act of 2009; all sections H.R. 4752 - Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiations Act of 2010; all sections Public Law 111-152 - Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (formerly H.R. 4872); all sections
Client expense: $600,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
HR. 203 the Medicare Fraud Prevention Act of 2009 Section 4 provisions relating to the increased surety bond requirement of suppliers of durable medical equipment. HR. 1765 all provisions, regarding amending the Social Security Act with respect to payment for items and services relating to the furnishing of IVIG in a patients home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency disease and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program. S. 956/HR 1970 the Preserve Patient Access to Reputable DMEPOS Providers Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding exempting unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare Program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS). HR 574/S. 254 the Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding amending the Social Security Act to provide for the coverage of home infusion therapy under the Medicare program. HR. 3108 the Medication Therapy Management Benefits Act of 2009, all provisions; regarding amending part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to promote medication therapy management under the Medicare part D prescription drug program. HR 4851, the "Continuing Extension Act of 2010," - section 4 - provisions relating to amending title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to extend through May 31, 2010, the 0% update to the conversion factor in the Medicare physician payment computation. HR 5597 - all provisions regarding establishing a Medicare patient NIG access demonstration project. S. 3543 - the "Medication Therapy Management Expanded Benefits Act of 2010," - all provisions, regarding amending Part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase the number of diseases and conditions for which beneficiaries may be targeted for medication therapy management services. HR 4213 - the "American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010," - section 232 - regarding amending ARRA to extend through December 31, 2010, the increase in the Medicaid federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP). HR 3590 - the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Client expense: $350,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Health Issues
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. S. 701 / H.R. 2002, Medicare IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage and payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 5597, To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project. H.R. 4213, The Tax Extenders Act as it relates to access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries. S. 525, S. 1232 / H.R. 1298, the Pharmaceutical Market Access & Drug Safety Act, as it relates to the importation of biologicals and pedigree. H.R. 759, the FDA Globalization Act, as it relates to drug safety and pedigree.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. H.R. 2002 / S. 701, Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage & payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 5597, To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project. H.R. 4213, The Tax Extenders Act, as it relates to access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
H.R. 3200: To provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending. H.R. 4872: The Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act. S. 301: A bill to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to provide for transparency in the relationship between physicians and manufacturers of drugs, devices, biologicals, or medical supplies for which payment is made under Medicare, Medicaid or SCHIP. H.R.1765: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program. H.R. 5597: To establish a Medicare patient IVIG access demonstration project H.R. 4899: Small Business and Infrastructure Jobs Tax Act of 2010, specific focus on Average Manufacturer Price (AMP) calculation for Medicaid drugs. H.R. 4213: American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010, specific focus on Average Manufacturer Price (AMP) calculation for Medicaid drugs, changes to 340B drug discount program and international tax provisions and research and development tax credits. H.R. 4846: Bleeding Disorder Screening, Awareness, and Further Education (SAFE) Act of 2010 S.701: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access of Medicare beneficiaries to intravenous immune globulins (IVIG). S. 1796/H.R. 3200: America's Healthy Future Act, as it relates to Medicaid reimbursement for drugs and new fees on manufacturers of drugs and medical devices.
Client expense: $950,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
2010 · second_quarter · Health Issues
S 701: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation HR 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act HR 5597: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration Project HR 4213: The American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act (340B Program inpatient expansion) Pharmaceutical Industry Annual Fee; Orphan Drug Exclusion
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
HR 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation HR 1392: Medicare Part B Prompt-Pay Legislation S 701: "Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009" HR 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act HR 5597: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Demonstration project
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Health Issues
Various issues surrounding health care reform. HR 3200, HR 1339, S 1235, HR 1392, S 1221, HR 3590, HR 1188, S 468, HR 1765, HR 4827, S.701,
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $70,000
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Health Issues
S. 701 Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 HR 1765, Medicare Home Infusion Legislation HR 1085/ s 442 Health Insurance Coverage Protection Act HR 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act HR 3962 Affordable Healthcare for America Act
Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
H.R. 3790: Medicare Competitive Bidding for DMEPOS S. 254/H.R. 574: Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act of 2009 H.R. 1765: Amendment to provide for a dispensing fee to infusion providers who serve Medicare beneficiaries requiring IVIG H.R. 3590/Senate's Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)
Client expense: $180,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Health Care Reform, Medicare Part D, Antitrust Exemption for Independent Pharmacists, IVIG Payments, Medicare Demonstration Project for Durable Medical Equipment, Importation of Prescription Drugs, Home Infusion HR 574 and S. 254 - Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act of 2009; all sections HR 1204 - Community Pharmacy Fairness Act of 2009; all sections HR 1765 - To Amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program; all sections HR 4199 - Patient Health and Real Medication Access Cost Savings Act of 2009; all sections HR 3962 - Affordable Health Care for America Act; all sections HR 3590 - Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; all sections S1793 - America's Healthy Future Act of 2009; all sections HR 4752 - Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2010 HR 4872 - Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010; all sections
Client expense: $960,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
HR. 203 the Medicare Fraud Prevention Act of 2009 Section 4 provisions relating to the increased surety bond requirement of suppliers of durable medical equipment. HR. 1765 all provisions, regarding amending the Social Security Act with respect to payment for items and services relating to the furnishing of IVIG in a patients home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency disease and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program. S. 956/HR 1970 the Preserve Patient Access to Reputable DMEPOS Providers Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding exempting unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare Program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS). HR 574/S. 254 the Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding amending the Social Security Act to provide for the coverage of home infusion therapy under the Medicare program. HR. 3108 the Medication Therapy Management Benefits Act of 2009, all provisions; regarding amending part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to promote medication therapy management under the Medicare part D prescription drug program.
Client expense: $350,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Health Issues
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. S. 701, Medicare IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage and payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, H.R. 3590, The Patient Protection and Affordable Health Care Act, H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act, H.R. 4872, the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, as they relate to fees on manufacturers of drugs & medical devices, Medicaid rebates, Medicare reimbursement for drugs & access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries, and taxation of employer-sponsored health coverage. S. 525, S. 1232 / H.R. 1298, the Pharmaceutical Market Access & Drug Safety Act, as it relates to the importation of biologicals and pedigree. H.R. 759, the FDA Globalization Act, as it relates to drug safety and pedigree.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. H.R. 2002 / S. 701, Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage & payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, H.R. 3590, The Patient Protection and Affordable Health Care Act, and H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act, H.R. 4872, the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, as they relate to Medicaid reimbursement for drugs, new fees on manufacturers of drugs and medical devices, and access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare reimbursement for IVIG, including provisions in S. 701, The Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act, and HR 1765 related to payments for the furnishing of IVIG in a patient's home for treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and related proposed amendment to HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act or HR 4872, Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
H.R. 3200: To provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending. H.R. 4872: The Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act. S. 301: A bill to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to provide for transparency in the relationship between physicians and manufacturers of drugs, devices, biologicals, or medical supplies for which payment is made under Medicare, Medicaid or SCHIP. H.R.1765: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program. S.701: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access of Medicare beneficiaries to intravenous immune globulins (IVIG). S. 1796/H.R. 3200: America's Healthy Future Act, as it relates to Medicaid reimbursement for drugs and new fees on manufacturers of drugs and medical devices.
Client expense: $970,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
2010 · first_quarter · Health Issues
S. 701: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 H.R. 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation H.R .2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act H.R. 3590: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Medicaid Drug Rebate, 340B Program, Pharmaceutical industry annual fee) H.R. 4872: Reconciliation Act of 2010 (Medicaid Drug Rebate, 340B Program, Pharmaceutical industry annual fee)
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
H.R. 1765: Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation H.R. 1392: Medicare Part B Prompt-Pay Legislation S. 701: "Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009" H.R. 2002: Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare/Part B Premium Hold Harmless. H.R. 3631: Provisions extending the current "hold harmless" policy to all Medicare enrollees to ensure 2010 Part B monthly premiums remain at the current rate. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments, reducing the coverage gap in Part D, requiring wealthier Medicare beneficiaries to pay a greater share of the cost of their premiums under Medicare Parts B and D, permitting the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate drug prices for the Part D program, simplifying plan benefit designs under Part C, expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS), improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans, expanding coverage of prevention services establishing a Medicare Commission, providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services, expanding Medicaid coverage of attendant and other home services and supports, establishing a new national insurance program for long-term supports and services, authorizing funding to provide language services to limited English proficiency beneficiaries, authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care, providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors, preserving state benefit laws and requirements, reducing permitted age rating ratio for insurance premiums, inclusion of patient-centered quality reporting requirements for providers, creating new claims reviews processes and provider certification, requiring reporting by practitioners of gifts received from pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872: creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Prescription Drug Plan. S. 330, H.R. 684: authorizing the establishment of a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan; S. 266: authorizing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate lower prescription drug prices. Medicare/Part D Generics. S. 75: requiring the use of generics where available unless the brand name drug is determined to be medically necessary. Medicare/Part D cost-sharing. S. 1630: establishing limits on required beneficiary cost-sharing under Part D drug plans. Medicare/Part D dual eligibles. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, S. 1634: removing enrollment barriers for low-income beneficiaries and establishing a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan. Medicare/Combating Waste, Fraud, Abuse. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 27: relating to provisions to combat waste, fraud, and abuse within Medicare; H.R. 203: increasing civil and criminal penalties for acts involving fraud and abuse and increasing the surety bond amount for suppliers of durable medical equipment. Medicare/Therapy Caps. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590, H.R. 43, S. 46: repealing or extending exceptions to outpatient rehabilitation therapy caps. Medicare/Private Contracts. H.R. 164: prohibiting denial of Social Security benefits to persons who elect not to participate in Medicare. Medicare/Hearing Coverage. H.R. 504: authorizing coverage of hearing aids and auditory rehabilitation services under Medicare Part B. Medicare/Dental Coverage. H.R. 870: authorizing coverage under Part B for medically necessary dental procedures. Medicare/Rural Improvements. H.R. 902/S. 382: provision authorizing improvements to services provided to beneficiaries residing in rural areas. Medicare/Shingles Vaccine. H.R. 1038: extending Part B coverage to the shingles vaccine. Medicare/Home Health. H.R. 1094: authorizing home health care agencies to assign the most appropriate skilled service to make the initial assessment visit under a Medicare home health plan of care for rehabilitation services. Medicare/Health Care Vouchers. H.R. 1118: authorizing Medicare-eligible seniors to elect to receive vouchers for a health savings account, premiums for a high deductible health insurance plan, or both, in lieu of regular Medicare benefits and suspending Medicare late enrollment penalties between ages 65 and 70. Medicare/Skilled Nursing Facilities. H.R. 1125, S. 647: provisions related to requiring the reporting of expenditures for nursing services at skilled nursing facilities and requiring disclosure of corporate ownership. Medicare/Prevention. H.R. 1213: provisions authorizing ultrasound screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms to at-risk Medicare beneficiaries between the ages of 65 and 75 without the requirement of a prior initial preventive physical examination; H.R. 1894, S. 769: expanding access to bone mass measurement benefits under Part B. Medicare/Part B Drug Payments. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590, H.R. 1392: relating to appropriate Part B payment amounts for drugs and biologicals. Medicare/Low Income Prescription Drug Benefits. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590, H.R. 1407, S. 534: authorizing a reduction in cost-sharing under Part D for non-institutionalized, full-benefit dual eligible individuals. Medicare/Disability Benefits. S. 700, H.R. 1708, H.R. 2881: phasing-out the 24-month waiting period for disabled individuals to become eligible for Medicare benefits and eliminating the waiting period for individuals with life-threatening conditions. Medicare/Prescription Drugs for kidney transplants. H.R. 1458, S. 565: provision related to continued coverage for immunosuppressive drugs furnished to beneficiaries that have received kidney transplants and whose entitlement to coverage would otherwise expire. Medicare/Intravenous Drugs. H.R. 1765, S.701: relating to the payment for intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases in a patient's home and for certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps. Medicare/Home Infusion Therapy. H.R. 574, S.254: extending Medicare coverage to home infusion therapy. Medicare/Physical Therapy Services. H.R. 1829: authorizing physical therapists to evaluate and treat Medicare beneficiaries without physician referral. Medicare/Part D Premiums. H.R. 1832: limiting Part D premium increases to no more than the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment and requiring the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate lower prescription drug prices. Medicare/Cancer Hospice and Palliative Care. H.R. 1844: provisions authorizing coverage of comprehensive cancer care planning, establishing a Medicare hospice care demonstration, and authorizing grant programs for cancer palliative care and symptom management, provider education, and related research. Medicare/Hospice and Advanced Care Planning. S. 1150, H.R. 2911: provisions related to changing hospice payments and providing advance care planning resources. Medicare/Physician-Manufacturer Transparency. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590, S. 301: increasing the transparency of the relationship between physicians and the manufacturers of drugs, devices, biologicals, and medical supplies. Medicare/Care Coordination Services. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590, S. 1131, H.R. 2560: provisions establishing pilot care coordination programs. Medicaid/Home and Community-based Long Term Care. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590, S. 434, S.1257, H.R. 28552: provisions to remove barriers to providing home and community-based services including providing a state option to provide home and community-based services to individuals for whom such services are likely to prevent, delay, or decrease the likelihood of an individual's need for institutionalized care and authorizing the implementation of assistance grants for states electing to provide home and community-based services under Medicaid; provisions to provide a single point of entry to long term services; provisions to support nursing home diversion programs. Medicaid/Community-based Attendant Services and Supports. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152, H.R. 4872, H.R. 3590, S. 683, H.R. 1670: authorizing coverage of community-based attendant services and supports under Medicaid, increasing funding and establishing a demonstration program for beneficiaries dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D.
Client expense: $350,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2009 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
S. 701, "Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009" H.R. 1765, Medicare IVIG Home Infusion Legislation H.R. 1085 / S. 442 "Health Insurance Coverage Protection Act" Follow-on Biologics Legislation Medicaid Drug Rebate/Health Care Reform
Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), SENATE
2009 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
Various issues surrounding health care reform. HR 3200, HR 1339, S 1235, HR 1392, S 1221, HR 3590, HR 1188, S 468, HR 1765.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2009 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
CMS-1561-IFC: Medicare Competitive Bidding for DMEPOS S. 254/H.R. 574: Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act of 2009 H.R. 1765: Amendment to provide for a dispensing fee to infusion providers who serve Medicare beneficiaries requiring IVIG HR 3590/Senate's Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)
Client expense: $200,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
2009 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Health Care Reform, Medicare Part D, Antitrust Exemption for Independent Pharmacists, IVIG Payments, Medicare Demonstration Project for Durable Medical Equipment, Importation of Prescription Drugs, Home Infusion HR 574 and S. 254 - Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Coverage Act of 2009; all sections HR 1204 - Community Pharmacy Fairness Act of 2009; all sections HR 1765 - To Amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to payment for the furnishing of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) in a patient's home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare Program; all sections HR 1298 and S. 525 / S. 1232 - Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2009; all sections HR 4199 - Patient Health and Real Medication Access Cost Savings Act; all sections HR 3962 - Affordable Health Care for America Act; all sections HR 3590 - Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; all sections America's Healthy Future Act of 2009; all sections
Client expense: $950,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
2009 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
S.701/HR. 2002 the Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act of 2009 Section 4, provisions relating to coverage of home administration of IVIG and reimbursement for services, supplies and equipment. Pharmacy enhancements for consideration to the Medicare Modernization Act no specific legislation. HR. 1765 all provisions, regarding amending the Social Security Act with respect to payment for items and services relating to the furnishing of IVIG in a patients home for the treatment of primary immune deficiency disease and to cover certain disposable pumps as durable medical equipment in place of non-disposable pumps under the Medicare program. HR. 203 the Medicare Fraud Prevention Act of 2009 Section 4 provisions relating to the increased surety bond requirement of suppliers of durable medical equipment. S. 956/HR 1970 the Preserve Patient Access to Reputable DMEPOS Providers Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding exempting unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare Program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS). HR 574/S. 254 the Medicare Home Infusion Therapy Act of 2009 all provisions; regarding amending the Social Security Act to provide for the coverage of home infusion therapy under the Medicare program. HR. 3108 the Medication Therapy Management Benefits Act of 2009, all provisions; regarding amending part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to promote medication therapy management under the Medicare part D prescription drug program. HR. 3663 all provisions; regarding amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to delay the date on which the accreditation requirement under the Medicare Program applies to suppliers of durable medical equipment that are pharmacies.
Client expense: $430,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
2009 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. S. 701, Medicare IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage and payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, H.R. 3590, The Patient Protection and Affordable Health Care Act, and H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act, as they relate to fees on manufacturers of drugs & medical devices, Medicaid rebates, Medicare reimbursement for drugs & access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries, and taxation of employer-sponsored health coverage. S. 525, S. 1232 / H.R. 1298, the Pharmaceutical Market Access & Drug Safety Act, as it relates to the importation of biologicals and pedigree. H.R. 759, the FDA Globalization Act, as it relates to drug safety and pedigree.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2009 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement issues for certain drugs and biologicals; all issues related to Medicare coverage of pre-ESRD education. S. 701, Medicare IVIG Access Act as it relates to Medicare coverage of IVIG services. H.R. 1765, as it relates to Medicare coverage & payment for IVIG administered in the home. H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, H.R. 3590, The Patient Protection and Affordable Health Care Act, and H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act as they relate to Medicaid reimbursement for drugs and new fees on manufacturers of drugs and medical devices, and access to IVIG for Medicare beneficiaries.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $57,500
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2009 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Medicare reimbursement for IVIG, including provisions in S. 701, The Medicare Patient IVIG Access Act, and HR 1765 related to payments for the furnishing of IVIG in a patient's home for treatment of primary immune deficiency diseases, and related amendments to comprehensive health care reform legislation in the House (HR 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act) and Senate (HR 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act)
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE