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H.R. 3851 (97th)

A bill to provide benefits under part B of the medicare program with respect to acupuncture treatment in States which license or certify individuals who furnish such treatment.

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Introduced

9 June 1981

Last action

10 June 1981 · Referred

Status

Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.

Sponsors

Rep. Burton, Phillip [D-CA-6]

Subjects

Healthcare

Source updated

3 June 2026

Healthcare

Summary

Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to provide coverage under part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance) for the services of a licensed or certified acupuncturist.

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Timeline

  1. 9 June 1981

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 9 June 1981

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 9 June 1981

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 10 June 1981

    Referred

    Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.

    Source: Committee

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1 official file

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