Urge Congress to Protect Patients and Physicians.
Congress must act before key health care programs expire. Without action, patients will lose health coverage, seniors will struggle to find physicians, and programs that expand care in underserved communities will be at risk.
Why It Matters:
- Health Care Coverage: Nearly 2 million Californians will face skyrocketing premiums or lose coverage if federal tax credits expire. Congress must extend the premium tax credits to keep coverage affordable.
- Medicare: Physician payments have fallen 33% since 2001, forcing many physicians to limit their participation in the program. Congress must increase Medicare physician payments to ensure seniors can find a doctor.
- Telehealth: Pandemic-era waivers that allow vulnerable patients to access virtual care are set to expire. Congress must extend the telehealth waivers to preserve access to care.
- Prior Authorization: Medicare Advantage delays too often deny or postpone needed care. Congress must pass legislation to reform prior authorization so patients get timely treatment.
- Workforce: Physician shortages are growing, especially in underserved areas. Congress must extend and strengthen programs that support physician training and placement in underserved areas.
Take Action Today
Urge your Senators and Representatives to extend vital programs and protect patients’ access to care and show how these issues affect your practice and patients