Healthcare

Gewährung des Arbeitgeberanteils zur Krankenversicherung an DO-Angestellte gesetzlicher Krankenkassen bei Verzicht auf Beihilfe (G-SIG: 00052890)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Verfassungsmäßigkeit der Beitragsunterschiede in der Krankenversicherung (G-SIG: 00053348)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Beihilfevorschriften des Bundes für freiwillig in der gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung und privat versicherte Beamte (G-SIG: 00053680)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Sachleistungen der Krankenversicherung der Rentner; Wechsel pflichtversicherter Rentner in eine freiwillige Krankenversicherung (G-SIG: 00053727)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Übernahme von Kosten einer künstlichen Befruchtung durch die gesetzliche Krankenversicherung (G-SIG: 00054232)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Versicherungspflicht eines Soldaten mit landwirtschaftlichem Betrieb in der landwirtschaftlichen Krankenkasse bei gleichzeitiger Heilfürsorge der Bundeswehr; Änderung des Gesetzes über die Krankenversicherung der Landwirte (G-SIG: 00054388)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Entwicklung der Rentenversicherungsbeiträge und des Rentenniveaus in den kommenden Jahren; Regelung der Krankenversicherung der Rentner ab 1982 (G-SIG: 00054445)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Psychotherapeutische Versorgung im Rahmen der gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung (G-SIG: 00055374)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Vorschlag für einen Beschluß des Rates zur Änderung des Beschlusses 78/167/EWG zur Festlegung einer konzertierten Aktion der Europäischen Wirtschaftsgemeinschaft auf dem Gebiete der Registrierung angeborener Abnormitäten (Forschung in Medizin und Gesundheitswesen) (EG-Dok. 10225/80) (G-SIG: 00003182)

Germany · Bundesrat · 1 January 1976

Einbeziehung der Ersatzkassen in das Kassenarztrecht, Verbesserung der Transparenz über Preis und Qualität von Arzneimitteln sowie Einführung einer Pflegeversicherung für Krankenversicherungspflichtige zur Dämpfung der Ausgabenentwicklung in der gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung (G-SIG: 00055768)

Germany · German Bundestag · 1 January 1976

Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act

United States · United States Congress · 19 December 1975

Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act - Requires, under the Public Health Service Act, the licensing of clinical laboratories, as defined by this Act. Sets forth the standards that must be met to receive and maintain such a license. Provides that such standards shall be designed to assure consistently accurate laboratory procedures and service. Directs the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to promulgate and enforce such standards and to issue such licenses. Authorizes the Secretary to delegate regulation and licensing authority to a State if the Secretary determines that such State: (1) has adopted standards for such laboratories and a system of licensure which are no less stringent than the national standards and licensing system; (2) has adopted and is implementing adequate enforcement procedures; (3) will keep records and make reports as the Secretary may require; (4) permits exemptions from the requirements which are no less stringent than those exemptions from national standards; and (5) has adopted and can implement adequate procedures for the control of health hazards which may result from an activity of a clinical laboratory. Enumerates the conditions under which the Secretary may revoke the license of a clinical laboratory. Provides that any person who solicits or accepts, directly or indirectly, any specimen for laboratory examination by a laboratory which is required to have a license but does not shall be fined not more than $10,000 or imprisoned for not more than one year or both. States that no clinical laboratory which is required to be licensed but is not may receive a grant, contract or other form of financial assistance under the Public Health Service Act, or charge or collect for laboratory services for any entity which receives a grant, contract or financial assistance under such Act. Directs the Secretary to establish within the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare an administrative unit for the coordination of the regulatory functions under this Act and the laboratory certification and regulatory functions authorized by the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and titles XVIII (Medicare) and XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act. Establishes an advisory council within the Department to make recommendations to the Secretary concerning: (1) regulations promulgated under this Act; (2) implementation and administration of this Act; and (3) coordination between Federal and State programs to acoid duplicative enforcement. Directs the Secretary to conduct a study of: (1) existing voluntary certification standards and State licensure laws for laboratory technicians; and (2) qualifications of entities that certify such personnel.

A bill to extend for 3 fiscal years the programs of assistance under the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Act of 1970.

United States · United States Congress · 19 December 1975

Extends for three fiscal years the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Act. Authorizes the appropriation of $20,000,000 for the period beginning July 1, 1976, and ending September 30, 1976, $80,000,000 for fiscal year 1977, $80,000,000 for fiscal year 1978, and $80,000,000 for fiscal year 1979 for the programs of assistance under such Act. Provides funds to assist the States in planning, coordinating and evaluating projects to deal with alcohol abuse and alcoholism. Authorizes the appropriation of $3,250,000 for the period beginning July 1, 1976, and ending September 30, 1976, $13,000,000 for fiscal year 1977, $13,000,000 for fiscal year 1978, and $13,000,000 for fiscal year 1979. Makes grants to the States for the purpose of constructing facilities for alcoholic rehabilitation. Authorizes the appropriation of $23,750,000 for the period beginning July 1, 1976, and ending September 30, 1976, $95,000,000 for fiscal year 1977, $95,000,000 for fiscal year 1978, and $95,000,000 for fiscal year 1979.

Emergency Medical Services Amendments

United States · United States Congress · 19 December 1975

Emergency Medical Services Amendments - Revises provisions of the Public Health Services Act providing Federal assistance for emergency medical service systems with respect to: (1) grants and contracts for the establishment and initial operation of such systems; (2) grants and contracts for the expansion and improvement of such systems; and (3) grants and contracts for research in emergency medical techniques. Authorizes, for the purpose of making grants and contracts to assist emergency medical systems, the appropriation of $70,000,000 for fiscal year 1976, $5,083,000 for the transitional quarter, and specified amounts through fiscal year 1979.

National Mental Health and Disability Services Act

United States · United States Congress · 19 December 1975

National Mental Health and Disability Advocacy Services Act - Sets forth the policy of the Congress that before any person may be involuntarily committed to a mental hospital, all court and administrative proceedings must comport with due process of law, including, but not limited to, the right of counsel. States that to help solve patients' problems which do not require litigation, yet require aid, advice, or counseling, an ombudsperson system must be provided to which all clients of any mental health, mental retardation, or geriatric care system may have access. Establishes an office of Mental Health and Disability Advocacy Services. Directs the Office to enter into contracts with States to assist them in meeting the costs of establishing and maintaining a program of mental health advocacy services. States that such contracts may not exceed 75 percent of the costs incurred in the program. Provides that the program shall include a mental health, retardation, and geriatric system ombudsperson. Prohibits any State from receiving assistance under the Community Mental Health Centers Act unless such State has established and maintains a mental health advocacy services program. Defines terms used in this Act.

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to extend for 3 fiscal years assistance programs for health services research and statistics and programs for assistance to medical libraries.

United States · United States Congress · 19 December 1975

Extends for three fiscal years assistance programs for health services research and statistics and programs for assistance to medical libraries under the Public Health Service Act.

A bill to direct the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to conduct a scientific study to determine the relationship between amputations and cardiovascular disorders.

United States · United States Congress · 19 December 1975

Directs the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to make a scientific study to determine if there is a casual relationship between the amputation of an extremity and cardio-vascular disorders. Requires the report of such study to include an analysis of cases in which amputee veterans are matched with nonamputee veterans of similar background. Directs that the report be sumitted to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate not later than 90 days following the convening of the 95th Congress.

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to authorize payment under the supplementary medical insurance program for optometric and medical vision care.

United States · United States Congress · 19 December 1975

Authorizes payment under the supplementary medical insurance program of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act for optometric and medical vision care.

Medical Device Amendments

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 1975

Medical Device Amendments - Provides for the classification of medical devices intended for human use based upon their safety and effectiveness. Describes such classification as follows: (1) Class I includes devices not purported to be for a use which is of substantial importance in supporting, sustaining, or preventing impairment of human life or health and do not present a potential unreasonable risk of illness or injury, and for which general controls, as defined are sufficient; (2) Class II includes devices for which it is necessary to establish a performance standard to provide reasonable assurance of their safety and effectiveness; and (3) Class III includes devices for which there is insufficient information for the establishment of a performance standard to provide reasonable assurance of their safety and effectiveness, are purported to be for a use which is of substantial importance in supporting, sustaining, or preventing impairment of human life or health, or present a potential unreasonable risk of illness or injury. Gives the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare responsibility for classifying all such devices. Authorizes the Secretary to establish panels of experts for the purpose of securing recommendations with respect to such classifications. Provides that any such recommendation shall contain a summary of the data upon which the recommendation is based, and an identification of the risks to health presented by the device. Provides that, based on new information respecting a device, the Secretary may, upon his own initiative or upon petition of any interested person, by regulation: (1) change the classification of such device; and (2) revoke, because of the change, any regulation in effect with respect to such device. Authorizes the Secretary, by regulation, to establish a performance standard for a Class II device. Sets forth criteria to be followed in such standard which will assure that the device is safe and effective. Directs the Secretary to provide for periodic evaluation of performance standards established under this Act. Establishes procedures to be followed by the Secretary in developing and changing such standards. Provides that the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a notice inviting any person, including any Federal agency, to submit an existing standard or an offer to develop such a standard. Requires the Secretary to obtain from the offeror such information concerning the offeror as the Secretary determines is necessary to disclose potential conflicts of interests and the reliability of the offeror. States that if a standard or offer to create a standard is submitted to the Secretary which he does not accept, he shall publish in the Federal Register notice of that fact together with the reasons therefor. Authorizes the Secretary to accept offers to develop a proposed standard for a device. Allows the Secretary to contribute to the offeror's costs in developing a proposed standard. Provides for the development of performance standards by the Secretary when no other means are available. Requires premarket approval for Class III devices. Establishes procedures for such approval. Sets forth criteria upon which the approval or disapproval of such devices shall be based, including a lack of reasonable assurances by the applicant that such device is safe for use under the conditions prescribed in the proposed labeling. Allows the Secretary to withdraw his premarket approval of a device in specified circumstances. Sets forth procedures to be followed for the withdrawal of such approval. States that in the case of a class III device which is required to have an approval of an application submitted, such device shall be considered as having such an approval if a notice of completion of testing conducted in accordance with a product development protocol has been completed as required in the Act. Authorizes the Secretary to ban devices intended for human use if he finds that: (1) they present a substantial deception or a substantial risk of illness or human injury; and (2) such deception or risk could be eliminated by corrective labeling but the manufactuer does not do so. Sets forth procedures governing the banning of such devices. Provides that the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia shall hear appeals by any person adversely affected by a decision, rule, or order, of the Secretary under this Act. Provides that if the Secretary determines that a device intended for human use presents an unreasonable risk of substantial harm to the public health, and that notification of such risk is necessary, he may issue such order as may be necessary to assure that adequate notification is provided by the persons and means best suited under the circumstances, to all persons who should receive such notification in order to eliminate such risk. Authorizes the Secretary to require a manufacturer of a medical device intended for human use which: (1) presents a substantial risk of harm to the public health; and (2) was not properly designed or manufactured, to repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of such device at no cost to the person using it. Requires every person who is a manufacturer, importer, or distributor of a medical device intended for human use to establish and maintain such records as the Secretary may by regulation direct. Authorizes the Secretary to require that a device be limited to sale or distribution by prescription of a licensed medical practioner. Authorizes the Secretary to establish mandatory manufacturing methods for medical devices. Directs the Secretary to prescribe procedures under which devices intended for human use may be granted an exemption from the requirements of this Act to permit the investigational use of such devices by experts qualified by scientific training and experience to investigate the safety and effectiveness of such devices. Requires the Secretary to promulgate regulations under which a detailed summary of information respecting the safety and effectiveness of a device shall be made available to the public. States that such summaries shall include information respecting adverse effects of the device on health. Makes conforming amendments to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Extends specified sections of such Act relating to labeling, inspection, and seizures to medical devices. Requires manufacturers of medical devices intended for human use to register with the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare and to provide specified information concerning such devices. Directs the Secretary to establish within the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare an identifiable office to provide technical and other nonfinancial assistance to small manufacturers of medical devices to assist them in complying with the requirements of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Health Care Expenditures Regulation Review Act

United States · United States Congress · 8 December 1975

Health Care Expenditures Regulation Review Act - Directs the head of any Federal department or agency to give 60 days notice to the relevant committees of the House of Representatives and Congress, prior to initial publication of any regulation which relates to: (1) costs or expenditures of, or reimbursements to, individuals or providers of health care; or (2) the fixing of any rate or charge.

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to authorize payment under the supplementary medical insurance program for optometric and medical vision care.

United States · United States Congress · 8 December 1975

Authorizes payment under the supplementary medical insurance program of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act for optometric and medical vision care.

A bill to guarantee to every resident of any long-term care facility receiving Federal assistance, or providing care to federally assisted patients, a fair administrative hearing prior to his or her removal from such facility.

United States · United States Congress · 2 December 1975

Guarantees to every resident of any long-term care facility receiving Federal assistance, or providing care to federally assisted patients, a fair administrative hearing prior to his or her removal from such facility. Directs the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to prescribe regulations as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of this Act.

A bill to provide for minimum standards for public health programs directed at identifiable populations.

United States · United States Congress · 20 November 1975

Provides, under the Public Health Service Act, that the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, in cooperation with appropriate professional entities and individuals, shall establish within one year standards with respect to preventive health care for identifiable populations within health programs funded Under such Act. States that such standards shall be developed to identify populations in need and to maintain population-directed preventive health programs.

Comprehensive National Health Care Act

United States · United States Congress · 20 November 1975

Comprehensive National Health Care Act - States that the purpose of this Act is to create a system of national health care benefits which will make comprehensive health services available to all residents of the United States. Title I: National Health Care Program - Repeals title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act. Establishes a health care benefits program covering: (1) inpatient hospital services; (2) physicians' services; (3) medical and other health services; (4) home health services; (5) post-hospital extended care services; (6) outpatient drugs and biologicals; (7) routine dental services; (8) developmental vision care services, as defined in regulations, routine eye and vision examinations, and eyeglasses; (9) hearing aids and examinations; (10) routine physical examinations and preventive services as defined in regulations; and (11) ambulance services in specified instances. Limits post-hospital extended care services and home health care services coverage to 180 days per year. Limits inpatient psychiatric hospital services to 45 days per year. States that every individual, without regard to race, sex, income or age, who is a resident of the United States shall be eligible for health care benefits. Directs the Social Security Administration to establish a separate account for each individual covered by this program. Requires the Social Security Administration to make payments to providers of services under the provisions of this Act. Sets forth conditions and limitations on payment for services. Allows payments for emergency hospital services furnished to individuals entitled to benefits under this Act. States that payment for major surgery and other specialized services may be made only when such services are furnished by specialists. States that payment may not be made for services furnished by a professional practitioner in a hospital which is not a participating provider of services, except for specified outpatient services. Establishes an area health care services board within each geographic area established by the Public Health Service Act. Enumerates regulations governing prospective payment methods under this Act. Requires providers of services to file an agreement with the Administration not to charge individuals for services for which the individual is entitled to have payment made under this Act. Authorizes the Administration to enter into contracts with carriers to perform specified functions. States that payment for services rendered by a physician shall be made in accordance with a single fee schedule applicable throughout the designated geographical area. Establishes a National Health Care Formulary Committee, consisting of the Commissioner of Food and Drugs and three other individuals. Directs the Committee to compile, publish, and make available a National Health Care Formulary containing an alphabetical list of drugs, including specific dosage forms and strengths. Establishes a National Health Care Trust Fund, and a Board of Trustees to govern such fund. Directs the Board to report to Congress annually on the status and operation of the Fund. Defines terms used in this title. Provides criminal penalties for violations of the provisions of this Act. Establishes a Provider Reimbursement Review Board to hold hearings on cost reports filed by providers of services, if such provider is dissatisfied with a final determination of his cost report. States that at such hearing, the provider of services shall have the right to be represented by counsel. Creates a National Health Care Benefits Advisory Council to provide advice and recommendations for the consideration of the Administration with respect to this title. Directs the Administration to prescribe necessary regulations to carry out the provisions of this title. Imposes a special income tax to finance the health care program. Provides that one-half the amount paid may be taken as an income tax credit. Title II: Independent Social Security Administration - States that the purpose of this title is to strengthen the fiscal and administrative structure of the contributory social security programs. Establishes as an independent agency of the executive branch a Social Security Administration. States that the Administration shall administer the program established by this Act, in addition to the Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance program, and the black lung benefits program. Directs the Administration to study the most effective methods of providing economic security through social insurance. Requires the Administration to submit an annual report to Congress on its activities and recommendations for legislation. Abolishes the positions of Commissioners of Social Security. Title III: Miscellaneous Provisions - Provides that existing employer- employee health benefits plans shall be unaffected by this Act. Makes technical and conforming amendments to the Social Security Act.

National Mental Health and Disability Advocacy Services Act

United States · United States Congress · 19 November 1975

National Mental Health and Disability Advocacy Services Act - Sets forth the policy of the Congress that before any person may be involuntarily committed to a mental hospital, all court and administrative proceedings must comport with due process of law, including, but not limited to, the right of counsel. States that to help solve patients' problems which do not require litigation, yet require aid, advice, or counseling, an ombudsperson system must be provided to which all clients of any mental health, mental retardation, or geriatric care system may have access. Establishes an office of Mental Health and Disability Advocacy Services. Directs the Office to enter into contracts with States to assist them in meeting the costs of establishing and maintaining a program of mental health advocacy services. States that such contracts may not exceed 75 percent of the costs incurred in the program. Provides that the program shall include a mental health, retardation, and geriatric system ombudsperson. Prohibits any State from receiving assistance under the Community Mental Health Centers Act unless such State has established and maintains a mental health advocacy services program. Defines terms used in this Act.

A bill to extend as an emergency measure for 1 year the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act of 1970.

United States · United States Congress · 18 November 1975

Extends for one year, through fiscal year 1977, the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act.

Emergency Medical Services Systems Act Amendments

United States · United States Congress · 14 November 1975

Emergency Medical Services Systems Act Amendments - Extends through fiscal year 1979, under the Emergency Medical Services Systems Act, the prohibition of grants or contracts made by the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, for the modernization of emergency facilities to States, units of local government, or other public service entities which did not receive a grant or contract for the same purpose the preceeding fiscal year. Authorizes the Secretary to make a second grant to or enter into a second contract with an eligible entity for the expansion and improvement of emergency medical services. Includes planning costs in the coverage of grants and contracts for expansion and improvement of emergency medical services. States that emphasis in awarding grants or contracts for research relating to the delivery of emergency medical services in rural areas should be placed on identifying and using techniques and methods to apply the results of such research. Authorizes recipients of grants or contracts for the: (1) establishment and operation; or (2) expansion and improvement of an emergency medical services system to use funds under such grant or contract for a training program related to such a system. Authorizes through fiscal year 1977 appropriations for the making of payments pursuant to grants and contracts for feasibility studies and planning in connection with the establishment and operation of an emergency medical services system. Authorizes through fiscal year 1980 appropriations for grants and contracts for the establishment and operation, and planning and improvement of such emergency systems. Directs that at least 20 percent of the funds appropriated be made available for feasibility studies and planning from 15 percent to 10 percent of the funds appropriated. Authorizes through fiscal year 1978 appropriations for the making of payments pursuant to grants and contracts for the support of research in emergency medical techniques, methods, devices, and delivery. Defines the duties of the unit established within the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare for the administration of grants made and contracts entered into under the Emergency Medical Services Act. Directs the Secretary to make grants and enter into contracts with schools of medicine, dentistry, osteopathy, and nursing and similar institutions to assist programs of training in the field of emergency medical service. Authorizes through fiscal year 1980 appropriations for the making of payments pursuant to grants and contracts for such training programs. Directs the Secretary to conduct two studies in areas related to the improvement of emergency medical services.

A bill to guarantee to every resident of any long-term care facility receiving Federal assistance, or providing care to federally assisted patients, a fair administrative hearing prior to his or her removal from such facility.

United States · United States Congress · 12 November 1975

Guarantees to every resident of any long-term care facility receiving Federal assistance, or providing care to federally assisted patients, a fair administrative hearing prior to his or her removal from such facility. Directs the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to prescribe regulations as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of this Act.

National Health Standards Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 November 1975

National Health Standards Act - Title I: Health Benefits for Employees - Defines "employer", and "approved health care plan", and other terms under a new title of the Social Security Act. Requires employers to provide United States resident employees (and their families) with an approved health care plan. States that the employer must pay at least 50 percent of the plan's cost and authorizes him to deduct any cost contributions from the employee's pay. Directs that employers shall provide an approved health care plan to employees one year after this Act takes effect. Extends to the employee coverage for 31 days after his employment relationship terminates. Lists services, prescribed by a physician, for which approved plans must provide payment in each benefit period for each covered member, including: (1) inpatient hospital services; (2) physician services and medical supplies customarily furnished in connection with surgery or while the patient is hospitalized; (3) prescription drugs; (4) X-ray and laboratory services, physical therapy, and specified other outpatient services; and (5) psychiatric care, limited to two visits a week. Limits payment for psychiatric care to $20 per visit per person. Divides benefits into two groups, one of which must be made available to employees one year after the date of enactment, the other within five years. Excludes from benefits unreasonable services, personal comfort items, eyeglasses, orthopedic shoes, cosmetic surgery, dental work, general examinations, immunizations, and others. Restricts, in any calendar year, the amount that eligible individuals or families may pay to: (1) $100 for each individual for covered charges not to exceed $200 per family; (2) 25 percent of the next $10,000 of covered charges incurred excepting those for psychiatric services; and (3) with respect to psychiatric services, 50 percent of the next $10,000 incurred. Stipulates that health plans must pay 50 percent of the obstetrical care up to a maximum of $500 for any one pregnancy. Authorizes the appropriate State official to request the State Attorney General to bring suit if an employer, after notice and opportunity for a hearing, refuses to comply with this Act. Directs that employers who willfully and knowingly fail to adopt an approved health plan shall reimburse all employees for actual expenditures for health care, made within 24 months of the date the expense occurred, that would have been reimbursed by an approved health plan. Provides further that a civil penalty may be assessed against the employer of not more than two times the amount he would have spent, in any period not longer than the most recent 24-month period, if he had complied with this Act. Requires health care plans to include specified procedures for reviewing and reimbursing participating hospitals and doctors. States that plans, whether developed by insurance companies or employers, must be submitted to the appropriate State official for approval. Instructs participating insurance carriers that they must develop plans for employers with less than 100 employees and for self-employed individuals. Provides that insurance pool arrangements offering public health insurance coverage under this Act are not in violation of antitrust laws. Permits employers to adopt a benefit value equivalency plan after obtaining a certificate from the American Academy of Actuaries or other actuary deemed satisfactory by the appropriate State official. Title II: Health Benefits for Low-Income Individuals and Their Dependents - Extends benefits to United States residents who file an application and qualify as a "low-income individual," "low-income family," or "dependent beneficiary" as those terms are defined by this Act. Outlines cost contributions required of participants. Directs the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to pay to each State 100 percent of costs necessary to furnish benefits to eligible individuals and families. Authorises appropriations of amounts, from time to time, appropriations of amounts, from time to time, equal to the cost of providing benefits. Requires each State to arrange with health insurance carriers to make payments to providers of benefits under this Act and to enroll each recipient, filing his application with the administering carrier. Institutes a yearly review by the Secretary of cost-of-living increases for the purpose of adjusting the requirements for qualifying as a low-income family or individual. Title III: General Provisions - Creates, within the Executive Branch, a seven-member Council of Health Advisors to be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of Congress. Enumerates the Council's purposes: (1) to analyze and interpret health care trends; (2) to appraise Federal health programs and activities; and (3) to evaluate the effectiveness of quality control programs established under this Act. Directs the Council to submit an annual report to Congress and the President not later than March 1 of each year. Authorizes the appropriation of such sums as are necessary to enable the Council to carry out its functions. Provides that State insurance pools authorized by this Act shall be administered by the administering carrier under regulations promulgated by the appropriate State agency and under the quidelines incorporated in this Act. Requires the approved health care plan to include a provision identical with or substantially similar to the suggested model group antiduplication provision as modified and interpreted in the report of the insurance industry task force on coordination of benefits attached to the report of the C-l Accident and Health Protection Subcommittee as set forth in volume I of the 1971 proceedings of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.

A bill to prohibit psychosurgery in federally connected health care facilities.

United States · United States Congress · 11 November 1975

States that it shall be unlawful for any person to perform psychosurgery in any federally connected health care facility. Sets forth a civil penalty of $10,000 for each violation of this Act. Stipulates that no person who violates the provisions of this Act may receive any grant, loan or contract from the United States. Establishes the Psychosurgery Commission which shall report to each instrumentality of the United States information concerning violations of this Act as may be necessary for such instrumentalities to enforce this Act.

A bill to amend title 38 of the United States Code to promote the care and treatment of veterans in State veterans' homes.

United States · United States Congress · 10 November 1975

Revises the criteria for payment by the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs for the care and treatment of veterans in State veterans' homes. (Amends 38 U.S.C. 641)

A bill to extend as an emergency measure for 1 year the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act of 1970.

United States · United States Congress · 10 November 1975

Extends for one year, through fiscal year 1977, the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act.

A bill to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to make financial assistance available to agricultural producers who suffer losses as the result of having their agricultural commodities or livestock quarantined or condemned because such commodities or livestock have been found to contain toxic chemicals dangerous to public health.

United States · United States Congress · 7 November 1975

Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to make financial assistance available to agricultural producers who suffer losses as the result of having their agricultural commodities or livestock quarantined or condemned because such commodities or livestock have been found to contain toxic chemicals dangerous to the public health. Directs that the amount of each such loan shall be limited to $100,000. Provides that such loans shall not be available to any producer who has been fully compensated for the loss for which the loan is requested. Authorizes the appropriation of such sums as may be necessary to carry out this Act.

Emergency Medical Services Systems Act Amendments

United States · United States Congress · 7 November 1975

Emergency Medical Services Systems Act Amendments - Extends through fiscal year 1979, under the Emergency Medical Services Systems Act, the prohibition of grants or contracts made by the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, for the modernization of emergency facilities to States, units of local government, or other public service entities which did not receive a grant or contract for the same purpose the preceeding fiscal year. Authorizes the Secretary to make a second grant to or enter into a second contract with an eligible entity for the expansion and improvement of emergency medical services. Includes planning costs in the coverage of grants and contracts for expansion and improvement of emergency medical services. States that emphasis in awarding grants or contracts for research relating to the delivery of emergency medical services in rural areas should be placed on identifying and using techniques and methods to apply the results of such research. Authorizes recipients of grants or contracts for the: (1) establishment and operation; or (2) expansion and improvement of an emergency medical services system to use funds under such grant or contract for a training program related to such a system. Authorizes through fiscal year 1977 appropriations for the making of payments pursuant to grants and contracts for feasibility studies and planning in connection with the establishment and operation of an emergency medical services system. Authorizes through fiscal year 1980 appropriations for grants and contracts for the establishment and operation, and planning and improvement of such emergency systems. Directs that at least 20 percent of the funds appropriated be made available for feasibility studies and planning from 15 percent to 10 percent of the funds appropriated. Authorizes through fiscal year 1978 appropriations for the making of payments pursuant to grants and contracts for the support of research in emergency medical techniques, methods, devices, and delivery. Defines the duties of the unit established within the Department of Health, Education and Welfare for the administration of grants made and contracts entered into under the Emergency Medical Services Act. Directs the Secretary to make grants and enter into contracts with schools of medicine, dentistry, osteopathy, and nursing and similar institutions to assist programs of training in the field of emergency medical service. Authorizes through fiscal year 1980 appropriations for the making of payments pursuant to grants and contracts for such training programs. Directs the Secretary to conduct two studies in areas related to the improvement of emergency medical services.

A bill to extend as an emergency measure for 1 year the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act of 1970.

United States · United States Congress · 6 November 1975

Extends for one year, through fiscal year 1977, the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act.

A bill to amend the Social Security Act to allow certain employees of the Government who are eligible for health insurance benefits under title XVIII of such act to receive coverage thereunder without regard to other health insurance plans.

United States · United States Congress · 5 November 1975

Permits employees of the Government who are eligible for health insurance benefits under title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to receive coverage thereunder without regard to other health insurance plans.

A bill to provide for hospitals to allow the biological father to attend the birth of his child if the women consents.

United States · United States Congress · 31 October 1975

Directs hospitals receiving Federal financial assistance to allow the biological father to attend the birth of his child if the woman consents.

Home and Family Services Health Care Act

United States · United States Congress · 30 October 1975

Home and Family Services Health Care Act - Title I: Home Health Services - Increases from 100 to 200 the number of allowable home health visits under Medicare. Requires that in case such services are provided to an individual during any one-year period for more than 100 visits, a physician must certify that such visits must prevent or postpone institutionalization of the patient. Limits the cost of such expanded home health benefits to no more than the cost would have the patient been institutionalized. Requires that home health services be offered where the physician certifies that the patient would, without these services, require institutional care. Title II: Services of Outpatient Surgical Centers - Requires the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare to complete its evaluation of outpatient surgical centers no later than March 1, 1976. Provides that until such study is complete the Secretary is allowed to reimburse such centers for services to Medicare beneficiaries, provided the centers meet standards set by the Department. Title III: Adult Ambulatory Care Services - Extends coverage under the Medicare program to pay for 100 days of service in adult ambulatory care centers. Requires that such services include nursing care and rehabilitation services on a daily basis. Provides that in order to qualify for Medicare reimbursement, such center must be governed by both a physician and a registered nurse; must maintain clinical records; and must conduct a review of the appropriateness and necessity of patient care. Limits payment for services offered in such a center to no more than the cost of institutional care that would have been provided had these services not been available.

National Home Health Care Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 October 1975

National Home Health Care Act - Broadens the coverage of home health services under the supplementary medical insurance (Medicare) program of the Social Security Act and removes the 100-visit limitation presently applicable to the home health service program. Extends the coverage of posthospital home health services to include payment for items and services which the individual could otherwise obtain in a skilled nursing facility. Requires the inclusion of home health services in a State's medicaid program under the Social Security Act and permits the payment of rent under such program for elderly and handicapped persons who would otherwise require nursing home care. Provides expanded Federal funding for congregate housing for the displaced and the elderly by increasing the amount available for such housing under the low-income housing program. Establishes, in the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, a Home Health Patient Ombudsman, who shall be appointed and provided with adequate staff and facilities by the Secretary. Makes it the duty and responsibility of the ombudsman to monitor specified programs under the Social Security and the various medical assistance programs under the State plans approved pursuant to such Act, and to maintain such oversight of those programs and their operation and administration as may be necessary to: (1) assure that home health patients under such programs are receiving the care to which they are entitled, (2) provide safeguards against over-charging for home health services, (3) identify abuses against home health patients, (4) receive, handle, and expedite complaints by home health patients, (5) recommend to the Secretary any changes in the regulations affecting home health services which may appear necessary or desirable, and (6) take appropriate action (including the transmission of findings to the Attorney General) with respect to abuses and violations of law affecting the provision or receipt of home health services under such programs. Requires the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to conduct a study and report to the Congress on the feasibility of extending to the Medicare program the prospective cost-related method of computing payments to nursing homes and home health agencies which is currently provided for under the Medicaid programs.

Tertiary Eye Center Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 October 1975

Tertiary Eye Center Act - States that there is a need for improvement in eye care facilities in this Nation. Defines terms as used in this Act. Directs the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to identify tertiary eye care centers that need upgrading. Authorizes the Secretary to make grants to accomplish such goal. Provides that the Secretary shall create a commission to assess the present state of eye care facilities in the United States and develop plans for upgrading and expanding such facilities. Requires that the commission submit to the Secretary and the President a final report, and such interim reports as are necessary. Authorizes the appropriation of $21,000,000 to carry out the purposes of this Act.

A bill to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to make financial assistance available to agricultural producers who suffer losses as the result of having their agricultural commodities or livestock quarantined or condemned because such commodities or livestock have been found to contain toxic chemicals dangerous to the public health.

United States · United States Congress · 28 October 1975

Authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to make financial assistance available to agricultural producers who suffer losses as the result of having their agricultural commodities or livestock quarantined or condemned because such commodities or livestock have been found to contain toxic chemicals dangerous to the public health. Directs that the amount of each such loan shall be limited to $100,000. Provides that such loans shall not be available to any producer who has been fully compensated for the loss for which the loan is requested. Authorizes the appropriation of such sums as may be necessary to carry out this Act.

A bill to extend as an emergency measure for 1 year the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act of 1970.

United States · United States Congress · 28 October 1975

Extends for one year, through fiscal year 1977, the District of Columbia Medical and Dental Manpower Act.

A bill to prohibit federally supported experimentation on human subjects of biomedical and behavioral research without their informed consent.

United States · United States Congress · 23 October 1975

Prohibits federally supported experimentation on human subjects of biomedical and behavioral research without their informed consent. States that informed consent shall consist of knowledge of procedures and chemicals to be used, the risks involved, and an instruction to the subject that he is free to discontinue participation in the project at any time.

Emergency Medical Services Amendments of 1976

United States · United States Congress · 22 October 1975

Emergency Medical Services Amendment - Revises those provisions of the Public Health Services Act providing for Federal assistance for emergency medical service systems with respect to: (1) grants and contracts for the establishment and initial operation of such systems; (2) grants and contracts for the expansion and improvement of such systems; and (3) grants and contracts for research in emergency medical techniques. Authorizes the appropriation of $5,083,000 for the purpose of making grants and contracts to assist emergency medical service systems during the transitional quarter. Authorizes the appropriation of funds in specified amounts for the making of such grants and contracts through fiscal year 1979. Reduces from 75 percent to 60 percent the percentage of such appropriated funds available for assistance in the establishment and initial operation of emergency medical systems. Provides for the allocation of 15 percent of such funds to assistance for feasibility studies concerning such systems.

An Act to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 22 October 1975

Requires that the prevailing fees recognized under title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act for fiscal year 1976 be not less than those for fiscal year 1975. Extends for three years the existing authority of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to grant temporary waivers of nursing staff requirements for small hospitals in rural areas. Maintains the present system of coordination of the Medicare and Federal Employees' Health Benefit programs. Provides for the correction of a technical error in the law that prevents increases in the medicare part B premiums.

National Home Health Care Act

United States · United States Congress · 22 October 1975

National Home Health Care Act - Broadens the coverage of home health services under the supplementary medical insurance (Medicare) program of the Social Security Act and removes the 100-visit limitation presently applicable to the home health service program. Extends the coverage of posthospital home health services to include payment for items and services which the individual could otherwise obtain only in a skilled nursing facility. Requires the inclusion of home health services in a State's medicaid program under the Social Security Act and permits the payment of rent under such program for elderly persons who would otherwise require nursing home care. Provides expanded Federal funding for congregate housing for the displaced and the elderly by increasing the amount available for such housing under the low income housing program. Establishes, in the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, a home health patient ombudsman, who shall be appointed and provided with adequate staff and facilities by the Secretary. Makes it the duty and responsibility of the ombudsman to monitor specified programs under the Social Security Act and the various medical assistance programs under State plans approved pursuant to such Act and to maintain such oversight of those programs and their operation and administration as may be necessary to: (1) assure that home health patients under such programs are receiving the care to which they are entitled; (2) provide safeguards against overcharging for home health services; (3) identify abuses against home health patients; (4) receive, handle, and expedite complaints by home health patients; (5) recommend to the Secretary any changes in the regulations affecting home health services which may appear necessary or desirable; and (6) take appropriate action (including the transmission of findings to the Attorney General) with respect to abuses and violations of law affecting the provision or receipt of home health services under such programs. Makes children over 18 of parents receiving nursing and home health care assistance under the medicaid program liable for a specified portion of the expenses of such assistance, depending upon the income of such child. Permits the waiver of such obligation in any case where the State agency determines, in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary, that the imposition of such obligation or the making of such collection would impose undue hardship. Provides that any amount collected from or otherwise paid by any person in satisfaction of any obligation imposed by this Act shall constitute a medical expense paid or incurred by such person for purposes of deductions under the Internal Revenue Code. Requires the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to conduct a study and report to the Congress on the feasibility of extending to the Medicare program the prospective cost-related method of computing payments to nursing homes and home health agencies which is currently provided for under the Medicaid programs.

Burn Facilities Act

United States · United States Congress · 21 October 1975

Burn Facilities Act - Declares it to be the purpose of this Act to direct the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to establish an expanded program for the treatment of burn injuries, research on burns, and the rehabilitation of burn victims. Directs the Secretary to: (1) provide for the establishment of new burn treatment centers and the upgrading of burn units in general hospitals; (2) provide training and support of specialists to staff new and existing burn treatment facilities; (3) provide special training in emergency care of burn victims; and (4) sponsor other research and training programs related to the treatment of burn victims. Directs the Secretary of Commerce to assist the Secretary by providing information on existing burn treatment programs, and other information. Authorizes the appropriation of funds necessary for the purposes of this Act.

National Home Health Care Act

United States · United States Congress · 20 October 1975

National Home Health Care Act - Broadens the coverage of home health services under the supplementary medical insurance (Medicare) program of of the Social Security Act and removes the 100-visit limitation presently applicable to the home health service program. Extends the coverage of posthospital home health services to include payment for items and services which the indiviudal could otherwise obtain in a skilled nursing facility. Requires the inclusion of home health services in a State's medicaid program under the Social Security Act and permits the payment of rent under such program for elderly persons who would otherwise require nursing home care. Provides expanded Federal funding for congregate housing for the displaced and the elderly by increasing the amount available for such housing under the low income housing program. Establishes, in the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, a home health patient ombudsman, who shall be appointed and provided with adequate staff and facilities by the Secretary. Makes it the duty and responsibility of the ombudsman to monitor specified programs under the Social Security and the various medical assistance programs under the State plans approved pursuant to such Act, and to maintain such oversight of those programs and their operation and administration as may be necessary to: (1) assure that home health patients under such programs are receiving the care to which they are entitled, (2) provide safeguards against over-charging for home health services, (3) identify abuses against home health patients, (4) receive, handle, and expedite complaints by home health patients, (5) recommend to the Secretary any changes in the regulations affecting home health services which may appear necessary or desirable, and (6) take appropriate action (including the transmission of findings to the Attorney General) with respect to abuses and violations of law affecting the provision or receipt of home health services under such programs. Makes the children over 18 of parents receiving nursing and home health care assistance under the medicaid program liable for a specified portion of the expenses of such assistance, depending upon the income of such child. Permits the waiver of such obligation in any case where the State agency determines, in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary, that the imposition of such obligation or the making of such collection would impose undue hardship. Provides that any amount collected from or otherwise paid by any person in satisfaction of any obligation imposed by this section shall constitute a medical expense paid or incurred by such person for purposes of deductions under the Internal Revenue Code ot 1954.

A bill to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for the furnishing of outpatient rehabilitation services.

United States · United States Congress · 9 October 1975

Provides for the furnishing of outpatient rehabilitation services under title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act. Defines rehabilitation facilities, services, and outpatient rehabilitation services for purposes of this Act.

Resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 9019. A bill to amend title XII of the Public Health Service Act to revise and extend the program for the establishment and expansion of health maintenance organizations.

United States · United States Congress · 7 October 1975

Provides that upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to move that the House resolve itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 9019) to amend title XIII of the Public Health Service Act to revise and extend the program for the establishment and expansion of health maintenance organizations. Directs that after general debate, which shall be confined to the bill and shall continue not to exceed one hour, to be equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce, the bill shall be read for amendment under the five-minute rule. Provides that, at the conclusion of the consideration of the bill for amendment, the Committee shall rise and report the bill to the House with such amendments as may have been adopted, and the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the bill and amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion except one motion to recommit.

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to prevent the imposition, under part B thereof, of more than one deductible with respect to expenses incurred for the purchase of any particular piece of durable medical equipment.

United States · United States Congress · 6 October 1975

Prevents the imposition, under title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act, of more than one deductible with respect to expenses incurred for the purchase of any particular piece of durable medical equipment.