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Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act
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2010 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
See next page and see also HCR - Health Care Issues. Medicare/Medicaid Community Choice Act (HR 1670 and S 683) (changed to Community First Choice Option in health reform) Advocated to end the institutional bias in Medicaid. The bill would amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes. HR 3790 to repeal the Medicare competitive acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) in a budget neutral manner. Medicare In the Home restriction (HR 3184 and S 1186) - reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. DME Competitive Bidding - Met with CMS officials to discuss implementation of the DMEPOS competitive bidding program to make the transition as easy as possible for members who are Medicare beneficiaries. S 1630 a bill to amend Medicare to improve prescription drug coverage under Medicare part D and to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve prescription drug coverage under private health insurance Supported HR 3799 that would cap out of pocket prescription costs at a max of $200 per prescription and at $500 total for any group of prescriptions in Medicare Part D. For people with chronic conditions who participate in Medicare Part D the increasing costs of specialty medicines can cause hardships and make access to prescription drugs unattainable. Supported HR 3621, the Medicare Premium Fairness Act, to protect millions of seniors and people with disabilities who receive Social Security benefits from unfair increases in their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. -- Advocated that Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) make Medicare Part D improvements including reassignmentof Low Income Subsity (LIS) recipients who have previously chosen Part D plans based on premium lability, curb waste of unused drugs, address the established price threshold for prescription medications to be included on the Specialty Tier i Part D plans' formularies, address the problems of co-payments and co-insurance and pricing of both specialty tier medications and all medications, create an appeals process for medications placed on specialty tiers, and study the impact of excessive cost-sharing. -- Supported extending the moratoriumon Medicare therapy caps. -- Worked with numerous consumer, manufacturer, and supplier groups on crafting legislation that would create a separate benefit category for complex rehab equipment under Medicare. Opposed HR 1255, a bill that would make it more difficult for the Protection and Advocacy System to file suits on behalf of people who are confined to institutions. Met with senior administration officials and members of Congress to discuss introduction of legislation that would simplify billing of complex rehabilitation technology under Medicare as well as provide some additional coverage in certain circumstances. See also Health.
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Client expense: $80,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
2010 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
See next page and see also HCR - Health Care Issues. Medicare/Medicaid Community Choice Act (HR 1670 and S 683) (changed to Community First Choice Option in health reform) Advocated to end the institutional bias in Medicaid. The bill would amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes. HR 3790 to repeal the Medicare competitive acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) in a budget neutral manner. Medicare In the Home restriction (HR 3184 and S 1186) - reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. DME Competitive Bidding - Met with CMS officials to discuss implementation of the DMEPOS competitive bidding program to make the transition as easy as possible for members who are Medicare beneficiaries. S 1630 a bill to amend Medicare to improve prescription drug coverage under Medicare part D and to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve prescription drug coverage under private health insurance Supported HR 3799 that would cap out of pocket prescription costs at a max of $200 per prescription and at $500 total for any group of prescriptions in Medicare Part D. For people with chronic conditions who participate in Medicare Part D the increasing costs of specialty medicines can cause hardships and make access to prescription drugs unattainable. Supported HR 3621, the Medicare Premium Fairness Act, to protect millions of seniors and people with disabilities who receive Social Security benefits from unfair increases in their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. -- Advocated that Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) make Medicare Part D improvements including reassignmentof Low Income Subsity (LIS) recipients who have previously chosen Part D plans based on premium lability, curb waste of unused drugs, address the established price threshold for prescription medications to be included on the Specialty Tier i Part D plans' formularies, address the problems of co-payments and co-insurance and pricing of both specialty tier medications and all medications, create an appeals process for medications placed on specialty tiers, and study the impact of excessive cost-sharing. -- Supported extending the moratoriumon Medicare therapy caps. -- Worked with numerous consumer, manufacturer, and supplier groups on crafting legislation that would create a separate benefit category for complex rehab equipment under Medicare. Opposed HR 1255, a bill that would make it more difficult for the Protection and Advocacy System to file suits on behalf of people who are confined to institutions. See also Health.
Client expense: $80,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
2010 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
See next page and see also HCR - Health Care Issues. Medicare/Medicaid Community Choice Act (HR 1670 and S 683) (changed to Community First Choice Option in health reform) Advocated to end the institutional bias in Medicaid. The bill would amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes. HR 3790 to repeal the Medicare competitive acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) in a budget neutral manner. Medicare In the Home restriction (HR 3184 and S 1186) - reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. DME Competitive Bidding - Met with CMS officials to discuss implementation of the DMEPOS competitive bidding program to make the transition as easy as possible for members who are Medicare beneficiaries. S 1630 a bill to amend Medicare to improve prescription drug coverage under Medicare part D and to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve prescription drug coverage under private health insurance Supported HR 3799 that would cap out of pocket prescription costs at a max of $200 per prescription and at $500 total for any group of prescriptions in Medicare Part D. For people with chronic conditions who participate in Medicare Part D the increasing costs of specialty medicines can cause hardships and make access to prescription drugs unattainable. Supported HR 3621, the Medicare Premium Fairness Act, to protect millions of seniors and people with disabilities who receive Social Security benefits from unfair increases in their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. -- Advocated that Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) make Medicare Part D improvements including reassignmentof Low Income Subsity (LIS) recipients who have previously chosen Part D plans based on premium lability, curb waste of unused drugs, address the established price threshold for prescription medications to be included on the Specialty Tier i Part D plans' formularies, address the problems of co-payments and co-insurance and pricing of both specialty tier medications and all medications, create an appeals process for medications placed on specialty tiers, and study the impact of excessive cost-sharing. -- Supported extending the moratoriumon Medicare therapy caps. Supported HR 4213 to extend federal FMAP assistance to the states until June 2011. Opposed HR 1255, a bill that would make it more difficult for the Protection and Advocacy System to file suits on behalf of people who are confined to institutions. See also Health.
Client expense: $80,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
2010 · second_quarter · Health Issues
P.L. 108-171, Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, extension of FMAP increase. Funding for Lifespan Respite Care Act, provisions that address respite care services for family caregivers of individuals with special needs. Increase Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP). Implementation of Affordable Coverage Act, P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-192, including long term services and supports, and the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS Act). S. 700 and H.R. 1708, End the Medicare Disabilities Waiting Period Act. H.R. 868, Direct Support Professional Fairness and Security Act. H.R. 2390, Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual-Eligibles (GUIDE) Act of 2009. Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act, P.L. 111-152.
Client expense: $30,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, Election Assistance Commission (EAC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
2010 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
See next page and see also HCR - Health Care Issues. Medicare/Medicaid Community Choice Act (HR 1670 and S 683) (changed to Community First Choice Option in health reform) Advocated to end the institutional bias in Medicaid. The bill would amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes. HR 3790 to repeal the Medicare competitive acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) in a budget neutral manner. Medicare In the Home restriction (HR 3184 and S 1186) - reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. DME Competitive Bidding - Met with CMS officials to discuss implementation of the DMEPOS competitive bidding program to make the transition as easy as possible for members who are Medicare beneficiaries. S 1630 a bill to amend Medicare to improve prescription drug coverage under Medicare part D and to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve prescription drug coverage under private health insurance Supported HR 3799 that would cap out of pocket prescription costs at a max of $200 per prescription and at $500 total for any group of prescriptions in Medicare Part D. For people with chronic conditions who participate in Medicare Part D the increasing costs of specialty medicines can cause hardships and make access to prescription drugs unattainable. Supported HR 3621, the Medicare Premium Fairness Act, to protect millions of seniors and people with disabilities who receive Social Security benefits from unfair increases in their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. -- Advocated that Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) make Medicare Part D improvements including reassignmentof Low Income Subsity (LIS) recipients who have previously chosen Part D plans based on premium lability, curb waste of unused drugs, address the established price threshold for prescription medications to be included on the Specialty Tier i Part D plans' formularies, address the problems of co-payments and co-insurance and pricing of both specialty tier medications and all medications, create an appeals process for medications placed on specialty tiers, and study the impact of excessive cost-sharing. -- Supported extending the moratorium on Medicare therapy caps. See also Health.
Client expense: $80,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
2010 · first_quarter · Health Issues
P.L. 108-171, Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, implementation of provisions dealing with Medicaid, TANF, other human services. Funding for Lifespan Respite Care Act, provisions that address respite care services for family caregivers of individuals with special needs. Increase Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP). Health Care Reform, including long term services and supports, and the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS Act). S. 700 and H.R. 1708, End the Medicare Disabilities Waiting Period Act. H.R. 868, Direct Support Professional Fairness and Security Act. H.R. 2390, Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual-Eligibles (GUIDE) Act of 2009. H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009. S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act. Senate Finance Committee bill: America's Healthy Future Act of 2009 (no number yet). S. 1213, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Act of 2009. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, P.L. 111-148. H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act. Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act, P.L. 111-152.
Client expense: $30,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2009 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
See next page and see also HCR - Health Care Issues. Community Choice Act (HR 1670 and S 683) (changed to Community First Choice Option in health reform bills ) end the institutional bias in Medicaid; amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes. Medicare In the Home restriction (HR 3184 and S 1186) - reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. DME Competitive Bidding - Met with and communicated with the Medicare Ombudsman office to discuss implementation of the DMEPOS competitive bidding program to make the transition as easy as possible for members who are Medicare beneficiaries. S 1630 to amend Medicare to improve prescription drug coverage under Medicare part D and to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve prescription drug coverage under private health insurance. HR 3631 Medicare Premium Fairness Act Makes premiums for Medicare Part B and the related monthly actuarial rate the same as those for 2009 for all Medicare enrollees, notwithstanding no COLAs (Cost of Living Adjustments). Urged legislation to clarify that state Medicaid plans must ensure the provision of mandated care and Services to needy individuals not simply reimburse them, if they manage to obtain such services. (HR 3200 s. 1781(e) (page 826)) Without such a clarifying provision, current trends in the courts could significantly contract the availability of health services to underserved individuals and groups.
2009 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
See next page and see also HCR - Health Care Issues. Medicare/Medicaid Community Choice Act (HR 1670 and S 683) (changed to Community First Choice Option in health reform) Advocated to end the institutional bias in Medicaid. The bill would amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes. HR 3790 to repeal the Medicare competitive acquisition program for durable medical equipment and prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) in a budget neutral manner. Medicare In the Home restriction (HR 3184 and S 1186) - reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. DME Competitive Bidding - Met with CMS officials to discuss implementation of the DMEPOS competitive bidding program to make the transition as easy as possible for members who are Medicare beneficiaries. S 1630 a bill to amend Medicare to improve prescription drug coverage under Medicare part D and to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve prescription drug coverage under private health insurance Supported HR 3799 that would cap out of pocket prescription costs at a max of $200 per prescription and at $500 total for any group of prescriptions in Medicare Part D. For people with chronic conditions who participate in Medicare Part D the increasing costs of specialty medicines can cause hardships and make access to prescription drugs unattainable. Supported HR 3621, the Medicare Premium Fairness Act, to protect millions of seniors and people with disabilities who receive Social Security benefits from unfair increases in their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. See also Health.
2009 · fourth_quarter · Health Issues
P.L. 108-171, Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, implementation of provisions dealing with Medicaid, TANF, other human services. Funding for Lifespan Respite Care Act, provisions that address respite care services for family caregivers of individuals with special needs. Increase Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP). Health Care Reform, including long term services and supports, and the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS Act). S. 700 and H.R. 1708, End the Medicare Disabilities Waiting Period Act. H.R. 868, Direct Support Professional Fairness and Security Act. H.R. 2390, Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual-Eligibles (GUIDE) Act of 2009. H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009. S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act. Senate Finance Committee bill: America's Healthy Future Act of 2009 (no number yet). S. 1213, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Act of 2009. H.R. 3590, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 3962, Affordable Health Care for America Act.
Client expense: $30,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2009 · fourth_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
S.1217 - Medicaid Services Restoration Act Senate Finance Committee Policy Options Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate) H.R.2 - Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R.27 -Medicare Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009 H.R.464 - More Children, More Choices Act of 2009 H.R.2124 - Medicare Long-Term Care Hospital Improvement Act of 2009 H.R.2209 - Restoring the Partnership for County Health Care Costs Act of 2009 H.R.2390 - Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act
Client expense: $230,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Administration for Children & Families (ACF), Administration on Aging, Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Indian Health Service, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), Natl Science Foundation (NSF), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Office on Violence Against Women, SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
2009 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
See next page and see also HCR - Health Care Issues. Community Choice Act (HR 1670 and S 683) (changed to Community First Choice Option in health reform bills ) end the institutional bias in Medicaid; amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to community-based attendant services and supports, and for other purposes. Medicare In the Home restriction (HR 3184 and S 1186) - reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. DME Competitive Bidding - Met with and communicated with the Medicare Ombudsman office to discuss implementation of the DMEPOS competitive bidding program to make the transition as easy as possible for members who are Medicare beneficiaries. S 1630 to amend Medicare to improve prescription drug coverage under Medicare part D and to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve prescription drug coverage under private health insurance. HR 3631 Medicare Premium Fairness Act Makes premiums for Medicare Part B and the related monthly actuarial rate the same as those for 2009 for all Medicare enrollees, notwithstanding no COLAs (Cost of Living Adjustments). Urged legislation to clarify that state Medicaid plans must ensure the provision of mandated care and Services to needy individuals not simply reimburse them, if they manage to obtain such services. (HR 3200 s. 1781(e) (page 826)) Without such a clarifying provision, current trends in the courts could significantly contract the availability of health services to underserved individuals and groups, just as
2009 · third_quarter · Health Issues
P.L. 108-171, Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, implementation of provisions dealing with Medicaid, TANF, other human services. Implementation of Family Caregivers Support Act. Funding for Lifespan Respite Care Act, provisions that address respite care services for family caregivers of individuals with special needs. Increase Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP). Health Care Reform, including long term services and supports. S. 700 and H.R. 1708, End the Medicare Disabilities Waiting Period Act. H.R. 868, Direct Support Professional Fairness and Security Act. H.R. 2390, Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual-Eligibles (GUIDE) Act of 2009. H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009. S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act. Senate Finance Committee bill: America's Healthy Future Act of 2009 (no number yet). S. 1213, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Act of 2009.
Client expense: $30,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Election Assistance Commission (EAC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
2009 · third_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
S.1217 - Medicaid Services Restoration Act Senate Finance Committee Policy Options Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate) H.R.2 - Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R.27 -Medicare Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009 H.R.464 - More Children, More Choices Act of 2009 H.R.2124 - Medicare Long-Term Care Hospital Improvement Act of 2009 H.R.2209 - Restoring the Partnership for County Health Care Costs Act of 2009 H.R.2390 - Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act
Client expense: $154,056 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Administration for Children & Families (ACF), Administration on Aging, Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Indian Health Service, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), Natl Science Foundation (NSF), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Office on Violence Against Women, SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
2009 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Supported S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. See additional page Advocated for reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. Supported HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. Commented on draft CMS Medicare Part D Transition letter --- intended to clearly inform Medicare beneficiaries of the transition process and their rights when the prescription medications prescribed by their physician are not covered by their plan. Urged HHS Secretary Sibelius to exempt wheelchair seating cushions from the CMS Competitive Acquisition program for Durable Medical Equipment Prosthetics and Supplies (DMEPOS) commonly known as "DME competitive bidding." Urged CMS to reinstate Orthotic Codes L2860 and L3890 for certain custom orthotic components used by children and adults with disabling orthotic impairments. Their deletion effective January 1, 2009 especially affects people whose health care payer is Medicaid or private insurance.
Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2009 · first_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
Supported S 700/HR 1708 to end the waiting period for Medicare for people who qualify for Title II Social Security disability benefits and people with life-threatening conditions. See additional page Advocated for reintroduction of legislation to reverse the CMS rule that Medicare will pay for wheelchairs only as needed in the home rather than as needed for the individual to go to medical appointments, go to the pharmacy and grocery store, attend worship services, accompany children to school and other activities, vote and otherwise be independent and participate in the community. Supported HR 2390, the Guidance, Understanding and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act to provide one-on-one counseling to people with cognitive impairments navigate and protect their rights with regard to the confusing Part D Prescription Drug Benefit Program authorized under the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003. Commented on draft CMS Medicare Part D Transition letter --- intended to clearly inform Medicare beneficiaries of the transition process and their rights when the prescription medications prescribed by their physician are not covered by their plan. Urged HHS Secretary Sibelius to exempt wheelchair seating cushions from the CMS Competitive Acquisition program for Durable Medical Equipment Prosthetics and Supplies (DMEPOS) commonly known as "DME competitive bidding." Urged CMS to reinstate Orthotic Codes L2860 and L3890 for certain custom orthotic components used by children and adults with disabling orthotic impairments. Their deletion effective January 1, 2009 especially affects people whose health care payer is Medicaid or private insurance.
Client expense: $50,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2009 · second_quarter · Health Issues
P.L. 108-171, Deficit Reduction Act of 2005, implementation of provisions dealing with Medicaid, TANF, other human services. Implementation of Family Caregivers Support Act. Family Support Act of 2007, provisions dealing with buying into Medicaid. Funding for Lifespan Respite Care Act, provisions that address respite care services for family caregivers of individuals with special needs. Moratorium for Medicaid regulations. Increase Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP). Health Care Reform, including long term services and supports. S. 700 and H.R. 1708, End the Medicare Disabilities Waiting Period Act. H.R. 868, Direct Support Professional Fairness and Security Act. Health Care Reform proposals. H.R. 2390, Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual-Eligibles (GUIDE) Act.
Client expense: $30,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Election Assistance Commission (EAC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
2009 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
The Mental Illness Chronic Care Improvement Act (HR 3065/S. 1136), all provisions of bill which authorizes a Medicaid demonstration program to improve the health outcomes and satisfaction of individuals with chronic mental illness. Medicaid Services Restoration Act of 2009 (S 1217), all provisions related to clarifying the definition and scope of rehabilitation services and targeted case management. Ending the Medicare Disability Waiting Period Act of 2009 (HR 1708/ S 700), all provisions relating to ending the two year waiting period for individuals on disability insurance to receive Medicare coverage for their health care needs. The Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act (HR2390), all provisions relating to the creation of a three year demonstration program that would give financial assistance to community provider organizations to aid clients with a mental disability to access medication and navigate the complex Medicare enrollment process. The Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act (H.R. 1693), all provisions related to allowing licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to seek reimbursement through Medicare.
Client expense: $65,698 · Firm income: Not reported
2009 · second_quarter · Medicare/Medicaid
S.1217 - Medicaid Services Restoration Act Medicare Waiting Period Medicaid Program: Rescission of School-Based Services Final Rule, Outpatient Services Definition Final Rule, and Partial Rescission of Case Management Services Interim Final Rule Senate Finance Committee Policy Options Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate) H.R.1 -American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 H.R.2 - Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R.27 -Medicare Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009 H.R.464 - More Children, More Choices Act of 2009 H.R.2124 - Medicare Long-Term Care Hospital Improvement Act of 2009 H.R.2209 - Restoring the Partnership for County Health Care Costs Act of 2009 H.R.2390 - Guidance, Understanding, and Information for Dual Eligibles (GUIDE) Act
Client expense: $200,751 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Administration for Children & Families (ACF), Administration on Aging, Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ), Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Indian Health Service, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Natl Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism (NIAA), Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), Natl Science Foundation (NSF), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Office on Violence Against Women, SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
| Democratic |
| TX |
| Pete Sessions | Republican | TX |
| Raúl M. Grijalva | Democratic | AZ |
| Rush Holt | Democratic | NJ |
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, Election Assistance Commission (EAC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
Client expense: $60,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Treasury, Dept of, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Election Assistance Commission (EAC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Client expense: $70,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA)
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA)
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA)
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE