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Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Submitted list of hearing health care organizations and contact information for educational purposes to the FDA on January 12, 2018.
Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
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AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2018 · second_quarter · Q2
The Academy has met with offices on two specific provisions found within the PROSPER Act, H.R. 4508 that we oppose. One provision within the legislation would limit the amount of federally-backed student loans that graduate students are able to take out. We also oppose the PROSPER Act's provision that eliminates the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Source: Senate LDA
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Met with offices on H.R. 2276 and S. 2575, the Audiology Patient Choice Act, to gather information on the legislation and on viability of provisions found within the bill. Contacted CMS to explore effects of regulatory implementation of the Audiology Patient Choice Act on the practice of audiology.
Audiology Patient Choice Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Met with offices on H.R. 2276 and S. 2575, the Audiology Patient Choice Act, to gather information on the legislation and on viability of provisions found within the bill. Contacted CMS to explore effects of regulatory implementation of the Audiology Patient Choice Act on the practice of audiology.
Medicare Telehealth Parity Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Met with offices on H.R. 2276 and S. 2575, the Audiology Patient Choice Act, to gather information on the legislation and on viability of provisions found within the bill. Contacted CMS to explore effects of regulatory implementation of the Audiology Patient Choice Act on the practice of audiology.
Medicare Telehealth Parity Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Submitted list of hearing health care organizations and contact information for educational purposes to the FDA on January 12, 2018.
Internet of Medical Things Resilience Partnership Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Has been investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
The Academy has met with offices on two specific provisions found within the PROSPER Act, H.R. 4508 that we oppose. One provision within the legislation would limit the amount of federally-backed student loans that graduate students are able to take out. We also oppose the PROSPER Act's provision that eliminates the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
The Academy has met with offices on two specific provisions found within the PROSPER Act, H.R. 4508 that we oppose. One provision within the legislation would limit the amount of federally-backed student loans that graduate students are able to take out. We also oppose the PROSPER Act's provision that eliminates the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Medical Device Cybersecurity Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Has been investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
Internet of Things (IoT) Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Has been investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
Audiology Patient Choice Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Met with offices on H.R. 2276 and S. 2575, the Audiology Patient Choice Act, to gather information on the legislation and on viability of provisions found within the bill. Contacted CMS to explore effects of regulatory implementation of the Audiology Patient Choice Act on the practice of audiology.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
An Act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018.
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer. The Academy also opposed a specific provision in H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. This provision would have treated tuition waivers as taxable income. The Academy expressed opposition to this provision throughout the comprehensive tax reform debate.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670,H.R. 1652). This legislation would provide for the regulation of over-the-counter hearing aids. Advocated for opportunities for audiologists in the CONNECT for Health Act, which would amend titles XVIII and XI of the Social Security Act to promote cost savings and quality care under the Medicare program through the use of telehealth and remote patient monitoring services, and for other purposes. This legislation is pending introduction
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670,H.R. 1652). This legislation would provide for the regulation of over-the-counter hearing aids. Advocated for opportunities for audiologists in the CONNECT for Health Act, which would amend titles XVIII and XI of the Social Security Act to promote cost savings and quality care under the Medicare program through the use of telehealth and remote patient monitoring services, and for other purposes. This legislation is pending introduction
Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Medicare Telehealth Parity Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Medicare Telehealth Parity Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Internet of Medical Things Resilience Partnership Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Began investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
Medical Device Cybersecurity Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Began investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
Internet of Things (IoT) Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Began investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer. The Academy also opposed a specific provision in H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. This provision would have treated tuition waivers as taxable income. The Academy expressed opposition to this provision throughout the comprehensive tax reform debate.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
A bill for the relief of Ruben Mkoian, Asmik Karapetian, and Arthur Mkoian.
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670,H.R. 1652). This legislation would provide for the regulation of over-the-counter hearing aids. Advocated for opportunities for audiologists in the CONNECT for Health Act, which would amend titles XVIII and XI of the Social Security Act to promote cost savings and quality care under the Medicare program through the use of telehealth and remote patient monitoring services, and for other purposes. This legislation is pending introduction
A bill for the relief of Ruben Mkoian, Asmik Karapetian, and Arthur Mkoian.
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
A bill for the relief of Ruben Mkoian, Asmik Karapetian, and Arthur Mkoian.
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
A bill for the relief of Ruben Mkoian, Asmik Karapetian, and Arthur Mkoian.
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670,H.R. 1652). This legislation would provide for the regulation of over-the-counter hearing aids. Advocated for opportunities for audiologists in the CONNECT for Health Act, which would amend titles XVIII and XI of the Social Security Act to promote cost savings and quality care under the Medicare program through the use of telehealth and remote patient monitoring services, and for other purposes. This legislation is pending introduction
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services;revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare.
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services;revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare.
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Veterans Mobility Safety Act of 2016
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
Veterans Mobility Safety Act of 2016
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Opposition to H.R. 353/S. 564 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015- Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administrator. Opposition to H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015 Support of S. 315 and House activities related to the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act. This bill Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid Support of H.R. 1344- Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Opposition to H.R. 353/S. 564 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015- Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administrator. Opposition to H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015 Support of S. 315 and House activities related to the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act. This bill Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid Support of H.R. 1344- Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Opposition to H.R. 353/S. 564 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015- Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administrator. Opposition to H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015 Support of S. 315 and House activities related to the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act. This bill Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid Support of H.R. 1344- Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Opposition to H.R. 353/S. 564 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015- Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administrator. Opposition to H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015 Support of S. 315 and House activities related to the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act. This bill Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid Support of H.R. 1344- Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015
Client: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY · Firm: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Met with offices on H.R. 2276 and S. 2575, the Audiology Patient Choice Act, to gather information on the legislation and on viability of provisions found within the bill. Contacted CMS to explore effects of regulatory implementation of the Audiology Patient Choice Act on the practice of audiology.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2018 · first_quarter · Q1
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas. Submitted list of hearing health care organizations and contact information for educational purposes to the FDA on January 12, 2018.
Has been investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
The Academy has met with offices on two specific provisions found within the PROSPER Act, H.R. 4508 that we oppose. One provision within the legislation would limit the amount of federally-backed student loans that graduate students are able to take out. We also oppose the PROSPER Act's provision that eliminates the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Filing targets: Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with the FDA to discuss the potential regulations that would be promulgated from the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652) and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorized the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. The Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Began investigating cybersecurity for medical devices that connect to the Internet and met with several Congressional offices on introduced legislation, specifically H.R. 3985, S. 1691, and S.1656. Our interest in this matter specifically pertains to hearing aids.
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer. The Academy also opposed a specific provision in H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. This provision would have treated tuition waivers as taxable income. The Academy expressed opposition to this provision throughout the comprehensive tax reform debate.
Filing targets: Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2017 · third_quarter · Q3
Supported the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation authorizes the FDA to create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Supported H.R. 2550, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act which would allow audiologists to be reimbursed by Medicare for services administered via telehealth. Also, the Academy has met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Advocated that Congress support an increase in funding to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) throughout the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 appropriations process.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2017 · second_quarter · Q2
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670, H.R. 1652)and the Medical Device User Fee Amendments (S. 934, H.R. 2430). This legislation will create a category of hearing aids available over the counter for individuals who perceive that they have mild-to-moderate hearing loss. Also, we have met with congressional offices on the Access to Frontline Health Care Act (H.R. 2042). This legislation would allow for medical practitioners in certain fields to have some of their student loans covered by the Department of Health and Human Services in exchange for practicing for two years in federally-defined frontline shortage areas.
Advocated that Congress support an increase in funding to the National Institutes of Health (NIH)during the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 appropriations process.
Support the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2017 · first_quarter · Q1
Supported the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act (S. 48), a bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 once every five years for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Advocated that Congress support an increase in funding to the National Institutes of Health (NIH)during the Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 appropriations process.
Supported the introduction and advancement of the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (H.R. 1539, S. 562), a bill that proposes 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. Met with congressional offices to discuss the Over-the Counter Hearing Aid Act (S. 670,H.R. 1652). This legislation would provide for the regulation of over-the-counter hearing aids. Advocated for opportunities for audiologists in the CONNECT for Health Act, which would amend titles XVIII and XI of the Social Security Act to promote cost savings and quality care under the Medicare program through the use of telehealth and remote patient monitoring services, and for other purposes. This legislation is pending introduction
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services;revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare.
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance Act. These bills authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration. Monitored similar language in H.R. 3471, the Veterans Mobility and Safety Act of 2015.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2015 · first_quarter · RA
Opposition to H.R. 353/S. 564 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015- Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administrator. Opposition to H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015 Support of S. 315 and House activities related to the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act. This bill Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid Support of H.R. 1344- Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act
Opposition to H.R. 353/S. 564 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015- Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administrator. Opposition to H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015 Support of S. 315 and House activities related to the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act. This bill Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid Support of H.R. 1344- Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Oppose H.R. 3508, legislation that seeks 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.
1. H.R. 4035, S. 2046 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare beneficiaries coordinated care and greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits, specifically affording beneficiaries direct access to audiology services. 2. H.R. 1310, S. 236, Medicare Patient Empowerment Act, To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare payment option for patients and physicians or practitioners (and specifically, audiologists) to freely contract, without penalty, for Medicare fee-for-service items and services, while allowing Medicare beneficiaries to use their Medicare benefits.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2014 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 1317, S. 1694, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 4035, S. 2046 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare beneficiaries coordinated care and greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits, specifically affording beneficiaries direct access to audiology services.
Oppose H.R. 3508, legislation that seeks 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.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2014 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 1310, S. 236, Medicare Patient Empowerment Act, To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare payment option for patients and physicians or practitioners (and specifically, audiologists) to freely contract, without penalty, for Medicare fee-for-service items and services, while allowing Medicare beneficiaries to use their Medicare benefits.
Oppose H.R. 3508, legislation that seeks 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.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2014 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1317, S. 1694, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
Oppose H.R. 3508, legislation that seeks 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.
H.R. 4035, S. 2046 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare beneficiaries coordinated care and greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits, specifically affording beneficiaries direct access to audiology services.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
Oppositon to H.R. 2817, the Protect Patient Access to Quality Health Professionals Act of 2013, that seeks to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to remove the non-discrimination requirements relating to health care providers.
H.R. 1317, S. 1694, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2013 · third_quarter · Q3
Amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 1317, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
Oppositon to H.R. 2817, the Protect Patient Access to Quality Health Professionals Act of 2013, that seeks to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to remove the non-discrimination requirements relating to health care providers.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2013 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 1317, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 1310, S. 236, Medicare Patient Empowerment Act, To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare payment option for patients and physicians or practitioners (and specifically, audiologists) to freely contract, without penalty, for Medicare fee-for-service items and services, while allowing Medicare beneficiaries to use their Medicare benefits.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2013 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1310, S. 236, Medicare Patient Empowerment Act, To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare payment option for patients and physicians or practitioners (and specifically, audiologists) to freely contract, without penalty, for Medicare fee-for-service items and services, while allowing Medicare beneficiaries to use their Medicare benefits.
H.R. 1317, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2012 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 1479, S. 905, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 4327, The Tinnitus Research and Treatment Act of 2012, To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recognize tinnitus as a mandatory condition for research and treatment by the Department of Veterans Affairs and for other purposes
H.R. 2140, S. 3242, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2012 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 4327, The Tinnitus Research and Treatment Act of 2012, To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recognize tinnitus as a mandatory condition for research and treatment by the Department of Veterans Affairs and for other purposes
H.R. 1479, S. 905, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 2140, S. 3242, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2012 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 2140, S. 3242, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 4327, The Tinnitus Research and Treatment Act of 2012, To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recognize tinnitus as a mandatory condition for research and treatment by the Department of Veterans Affairs and for other purposes
H.R. 1479, S. 905, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2012 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1479, S. 905, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 2140, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 4327, The Tinnitus Research and Treatment Act of 2012, To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recognize tinnitus as a mandatory condition for research and treatment by the Department of Veterans Affairs and for other purposes
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2011 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 2140, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 1479, S. 905, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 531, Access to Front Line Health Care Act of 2011, specifically areas of this legislation would offer loan repayments for health professionals (including audiologists) that work for 2 years in a pre-identified frontline shortage or scarcity area.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2011 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 1479, S. 905, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 2140, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 451, Healthcare Truth and Transparency Act of 2011, legislation to ensure that patients receive accurate health information by prohibiting misleading and deceptive advertising or representation in the provision of health care services, and to require the identification of the license of health care professionals. Lobbying activities not in support of this legislation, as these protections occur at the state level and attempt to restrict the use of the term "doctor" for individuals who hold a clinical doctorate degree.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2011 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 1700, Medicare Patient Empowerment Act, To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare payment option for patients and physicians or practitioners (and specifically, audiologists) to freely contract, without penalty, for Medicare fee-for-service items and services, while allowing Medicare beneficiaries to use their Medicare benefits.
H.R. 531, Access to Front Line Health Care Act of 2011, specifically areas of this legislation would offer loan repayments for health professionals (including audiologists) that work for 2 years in a pre-identified frontline shortage or scarcity area.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2011 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1479, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 451, Healthcare Truth and Transparency Act of 2011, legislation to ensure that patients receive accurate health information by prohibiting misleading and deceptive advertising or representation in the provision of health care services, and to require the identification of the license of health care professionals. Lobbying activities not in support of this legislation, as these protections occur at the state level and attempt to restrict the use of the term "doctor" for individuals who hold a clinical doctorate degree.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2010 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 1246, S. 3199 Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2009, All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss.
H.R. 3024, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 1646, S. 1019, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2010 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 1246, S. 3199 Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2009, All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss.
H.R. 3024, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 1646, S. 1019, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2010 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 3024, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 4851, the Continuing Extension Act of 2010, specifically related to the provision that which would extend the current Medicare Physician Fee Schedule rates through the end of May.
H.R. 1646, S. 1019, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2010 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 3024, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 1646, S. 1019, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 4872, the Reconciliation Act of 2010, specifically language that would exempt hearing aids from an excise tax imposed on medical devices.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2009 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 1646, S. 1019, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 3024, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 1246, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2009, All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2009 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 3200, To provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes, specifically provisions related to non-discrimination by insurance providers against non-MD/DO providers, direct access to audiology services, coverage for rehabilititative and habilititative audiology services, and a pediatric hearing benefit for those under the age of 21.
H.R. 2187, 21st Century Green High-Performing Public School Facilities Act , To direct the Secretary of Education to make grants to State educational agencies for the modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities, and for other purposes, specifically as it relates to classroom acoustics
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2009 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 2187, 21st Century Green High-Performing Public School Facilities Act , To direct the Secretary of Education to make grants to State educational agencies for the modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities, and for other purposes, specifically as it relates to classroom acoustics
S. 1176, the Allied Health Reinvestment Act, a bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to promote and improve the allied health professionals.
H.R. 1646, S. 1019, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2009 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1246, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2009, All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss.
H.R. 1646, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 1665/S. 2352 Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act of 2007, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 1198/ S. 1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI), All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis, and treatment on hearing loss.
H.R. 2329/ S. 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, all sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2008 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 1665/S. 2352 Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act of 2007, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 2329/ S. 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, all sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 1198/ S. 1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI), All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis, and treatment on hearing loss.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2008 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 2329/ S. 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, all sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 1198/ S. 1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI), All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis, and treatment on hearing loss. H.R. 6331, The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008, All section related to preventing the 10.6% reduction in payment under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the provision to include audiologists in the PQRI (see next) Physician Quality Reporting Initiative
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2008 · first_quarter · 1A
H.R. 1665/S. 2352 Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act of 2007, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 4137 the College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2007 (reauthorization of the Higher Education Act of 2007), all provisions that relate to the Secretery of Education providing authorization to forgive a portion of student loan obligations for audiologists.
H.R. 1198/ S. 1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI), All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis, and treatment on hearing loss.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2008 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1665/S. 2352 Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act of 2007, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
H.R. 4137 the College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2007 (reauthorization of the Higher Education Act of 2007), all provisions that relate to the Secretery of Education providing authorization to forgive a portion of student loan obligations for audiologists.
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2007 · year_end · YY
Federal Health Appropriations
HR 1665/ S 2352 Medicare Hearing Health Care Accessibility Act of 2007
Hearing Health Care Issues HR 1198/S 1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI) Social Security Disability Determination Regulations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2007 · year_end · YY
HR 2329/S 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act
HR 1665/ S 2352 Medicare Hearing Health Care Accessibility Act of 2007
Federal Health Appropriations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2007 · mid_year · MM
Hearing Health Care Issues HR 1198/ S.1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI)
H.R. 1665 Hearing Health Accessibility Act
H.R. 2329/ S. 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY via AMERICAN ACADEMY OF AUDIOLOGY
2006 · year_end · YY
H.R. 414/ S. 1060 Hearing Aid Tax Credit
H.R. 415/S. 277 Hearing Health Accessibility Act H.R. 6408 Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006
Hearing Health Care Issues HR 5250, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI) HR 5688, Health Care Truth and Transparency Act
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services;revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare.
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Support H.R. 1344, S. 2424, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Lobbied in support of S. 315, H.R. 1882 the Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Support H.R. 1344, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act- 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.
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Oppose H.R. 1116 Medicare Audiology Services Enhancement Act of 2015. This legislation amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to: limit covered auditory services to only auditory treatment, vestibular treatment, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring services in addition to currently covered hearing and balance assessment services; exclude inter-operative neurophysiological monitoring provided by a physician or qualified audiologist in hospitals from covered inpatient hospital services; revise the requirements and procedure for payment of outpatient auditory services claims of service providers;include audiology services under the limitation on certain physician referrals for designated health services; and declare that nothing shall be construed to require a qualified audiologist to participate in Medicare. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 and efforts to repeal the SGR formula
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Oppose H.R. 353 Veterans' Access to Hearing Health Act of 2015/ S. 564 Veterans Hearing Aid Access and Assistance ActAuthorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA)to appoint licensed hearing aid specialists in the Veterans Health Administration.
Lobbied in support of S. 315 Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, which Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to $500 in a taxable year for the purchase of a hearing aid that is authorized under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act for commercial distribution and is intended for use by the taxpayer or a dependent of the taxpayer.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 1317, S. 1694, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
1. Oppose H.R. 2817, the Protect Patient Access to Quality Health Professionals Act of 2013, that seeks to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to remove the non-discrimination requirements relating to health care providers. 2. Support H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, specifically areas of this legislation would offer loan repayments for health professionals (including audiologists) that work for 2 years in a pre-identified frontline shortage or scarcity area.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Oppose H.R. 2817, the Protect Patient Access to Quality Health Professionals Act of 2013, that seeks to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to remove the non-discrimination requirements relating to health care providers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, specifically areas of this legislation would offer loan repayments for health professionals (including audiologists) that work for 2 years in a pre-identified frontline shortage or scarcity area.
H.R. 1317, S. 1694, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Oppose H.R. 2817, the Protect Patient Access to Quality Health Professionals Act of 2013, that seeks to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to remove the non-discrimination requirements relating to health care providers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, specifically areas of this legislation would offer loan repayments for health professionals (including audiologists) that work for 2 years in a pre-identified frontline shortage or scarcity area.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 702, Access to Frontline Health Care Act of 2013, specifically areas of this legislation would offer loan repayments for health professionals (including audiologists) that work for 2 years in a pre-identified frontline shortage or scarcity area.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 451, Healthcare Truth and Transparency Act of 2011, legislation to ensure that patients receive accurate health information by prohibiting misleading and deceptive advertising or representation in the provision of health care services, and to require the identification of the license of health care professionals. Lobbying activities not in support of this legislation, as these protections occur at the state level and attempt to restrict the use of the term "doctor" for individuals who hold a clinical doctorate degree.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 451, Healthcare Truth and Transparency Act of 2011, legislation to ensure that patients receive accurate health information by prohibiting misleading and deceptive advertising or representation in the provision of health care services, and to require the identification of the license of health care professionals. Lobbying activities not in support of this legislation, as these protections occur at the state level and attempt to restrict the use of the term "doctor" for individuals who hold a clinical doctorate degree.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 531, Access to Front Line Health Care Act of 2011, specifically areas of this legislation would offer loan repayments for health professionals (including audiologists) that work for 2 years in a pre-identified frontline shortage or scarcity area.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 451, Healthcare Truth and Transparency Act of 2011, legislation to ensure that patients receive accurate health information by prohibiting misleading and deceptive advertising or representation in the provision of health care services, and to require the identification of the license of health care professionals. Lobbying activities not in support of this legislation, as these protections occur at the state level and attempt to restrict the use of the term "doctor" for individuals who hold a clinical doctorate degree.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 1479, S. 905, The Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 1646, S. 1019, Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, All sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 3024, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 3024, The Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
H.R. 4137 the College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2007 (reauthorization of the Higher Education Act of 2007), all provisions that relate to the Secretery of Education providing authorization to forgive a portion of student loan obligations for audiologists.
H.R. 1665/S. 2352 Medicare Hearing Health Care Enhancement Act of 2007, all sections relating to amending title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare Beneficiaries greater choice with regard to accessing hearing health services and benefits and direct access to audiology services.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
H.R. 2329/ S. 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, all sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
H.R. 2329/ S. 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act, all sections relating to amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
H.R. 1198/ S. 1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI), All sections related to amending the Public Health Service Act regarding early detection, diagnosis, and treatment on hearing loss.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE
HR 2329/S 1410 Hearing Aid Tax Credit Act
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), UNDETERMINED
Hearing Health Care Issues HR 1198/S 1069, Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act (EHDI) Social Security Disability Determination Regulations
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Education, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, Social Security Administration (SSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), UNDETERMINED
Health and Human Services Appropriations
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE