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H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and its implementation. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and its implementation. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including H.R. 5, the Student Success Act and draft Senate ESEA reauthorization language. Various issues related to federal literacy programs. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 551, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

S. 315, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 353, to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015, to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a program for early detection, diagnosis, and treatment regarding deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns, infants, and young children. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation. Various issues related to DOL actions surrounding employer sponsored wrap-around coverage to eligible employees. Various issues related to DOL and HHS actions surrounding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary document used by qualified health plans.

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 775/S.539, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2015, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and draft Senate legislation, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 1116, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Value-Based Payment Modifier for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the implementation of the IMPACT Act. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to prospective payment systems (PPS), including the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and PPS for post-acute care settings. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding accountable care organizations. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the federally-facilitated marketplace. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare Advantage as related to audiology and speech-language pathology. H.R. 628, the Steve Gleason Act of 2015 and other various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments Various issues related to telehealth with regards to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.R. 1317, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2013, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, as related to student loan forgiveness. S. 1546/H.R 3532, Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2013, as related to the creation of a multidisciplinary concussion management team which may include audiologists and speech-language pathologists. S. 2311/H.R. 3508, To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation.

H.R. 1317, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2013, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, as related to student loan forgiveness.S. 1546/H.R 3532, Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2013, as related to the creation of a multidisciplinary concussion management team which may include audiologists and speech-language pathologists. S. 2311/H.R. 3508, To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation.

H.R. 1317, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2013, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, as related to student loan forgiveness.S. 1546/H.R 3532, Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2013, as related to the creation of a multidisciplinary concussion management team which may include audiologists and speech-language pathologists. H.R. 3508, To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs).

H.R. 1317, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2013, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, as related to student loan forgiveness. S. 1546/H.R 3532, Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2013, as related to the creation of a multidisciplinary concussion management team which may include audiologists and speech-language pathologists.S. 2311/H.R. 3508, To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding non discrimination legislation. Various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including S. 1094, the Strengthening America's Schools Act of 2013, S. 1101, the Every Child Ready for College or Career Act & H.R. 5, the Student Success Act. Various issues related to federal literacy programs, including S.758, the LEARN Act.Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 1595, the Student Loan Relief Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. S. 707, the Student Loan Affordability Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. H.R. 4136, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including S. 1094, the Strengthening America's Schools Act of 2013, S. 1101, the Every Child Ready for College or Career Act & H.R. 5, the Student Success Act. Various issues related to federal literacy programs, including S.758, the LEARN Act.Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 1595, the Student Loan Relief Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. S. 707, the Student Loan Affordability Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. H.R. 4136, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction. H.R. 5259, the Investing for Tomorrow's Schools Act of 2014, as related to classroom environmental noise.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including S. 1094, the Strengthening Americas Schools Act of 2013, S. 1101, the Every Child Ready for College or Career Act & H.R. 5, the Student Success Act. Various issues related to federal literacy programs, including S.758, the LEARN Act. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 1595, the Student Loan Relief Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. S. 707, the Student Loan Affordability Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. H.R. 4136, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction. H.R. 5259, the Investing for Tomorrow's Schools Act of 2014, as related to classroom environmental noise.

Various issues related to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and its implementation including S. 1094, the Strengthening Americas Schools Act of 2013, S. 1101, the Every Child Ready for College or Career Act & H.R. 5, the Student Success Act.Various issues related to federal literacy programs, including S.758, the LEARN Act. Various issues related to the Higher Education Act and its implementation, specifically regarding student loans, loan forgiveness and state authorization. H.R. 1595, the Student Loan Relief Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. S. 707, the Student Loan Affordability Act of 2013, which would amend title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to extend the 3.4% interest rate on Federal Direct Stafford loans to loans first disbursed to undergraduate students between July 1, 2011, and July 1, 2015. H.R. 4136, IDEA Full Funding Act, which would amend part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to provide full Federal funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Various issues at the Department of Justice related to testing accommodations for students with communication disorders. Issues related to funding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and sequestration. Various issues related to implementation of IDEA Part B, including qualified providers, personnel evaluation systems, state assessments and paperwork reduction.

H.J. RES 59, as related to the amendment, the Pathway for SGR Reform Act of 2013. H.R. 713/S.367, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2013, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services.Public Law No: 113-93, Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014, as related to extending the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services exceptions process. S.2110, the Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2330, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2013, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments. H.R. 5380, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act of 2014, as related to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services.

H.J. RES 59, as related to the amendment, the Pathway for SGR Reform Act of 2013. H.R. 713/S.367, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2013, as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. Public Law No: 113-93, Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014, as related to extending the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services exceptions process. S.2110, the Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2330, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2013, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models. Various issues related to ensuring access to speech-generating devices (SGDs) needed to supplement or replace speech or writing for individuals with severe speech impairments. H.R. 5380, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act of 2014, as related to allowing audiologists and speech-language pathologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for providing telehealth services. Various issues related to the provision and payment for Part A therapy. Various issues related to the reimbursement under the Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS).

H.J. RES 59, as related to the amendment, the Pathway for SGR Reform Act of 2013. H.R. 713/S.367, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2013 as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services.Public Law No: 113-93, Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014, as related to extending the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services exceptions process. S.2110, the Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2330, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2013, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models.

H.J. RES 59, as related to the amendment, the Pathway for SGR Reform Act of 2013. H.R. 713/S.367, the Medicare Access to Rehabilitation Services Act of 2013 as related to the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services.Public Law No: 113-93, Protecting Access to Medicare Act of 2014, as related to extending the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services exceptions process. S.2110, the Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014, as related to repealing the Medicare Part B cap on outpatient therapy services. H.R. 2330, the Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2013, as related to comprehensive Medicare coverage of audiology services. Various issues related to SGR reform proposals. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare physician supervision requirements. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding the therapy cap and the institution of a manual medical review process for therapy services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of intraoperative monitoring services. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding Medicare coverage of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies. Various issues related to CMS actions surrounding audits of medical records and claims for Part A and Part B services. Various issues related to the Physician Quality Reporting System for audiology and speech-language pathology participation. Various issues related to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), as related to fees for audiology and speech-language pathology services. Various issues related to preservation of Medicaid funding. Various issues regarding CMMI demonstration projects/episodic payment models.

H.R. 1317, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2013, as related to approval of a tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, as related to student loan forgiveness. S. 1546/H.R 3532, Protecting Student Athletes from Concussions Act of 2013, as related to the creation of a multidisciplinary concussion management team which may include audiologists and speech-language pathologists. S. 2311/H.R. 3508, To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the qualifications of hearing aid specialists of the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes as related to hearing aid specialists independently providing hearing aid evaluations, fittings and orientation, verification and clinical outcomes measurements, and customary after care services. Various issues related to the Congressional Hearing Health Caucus regarding advising on issues and legislation concerning hearing health. Various issues at the Federal Communications Commission related to speech and communications. Various issues related to the Food and Drug Administrations draft guidance on Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs). Various issues related to section 2706(A) of the Public Health Service Act regarding nondiscrimination legislation.