A bill to amend chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code, to provide authority for the direct payment or reimbursement of certain additional types of health care professionals; to clarify certain provisions of such chapter with respect to coordination with State and local law; and for other purposes.

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Introduced

14 May 1986

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Committee on Governmental Affairs requested executive comment from OPM.

Summary

Amends provisions relating to Federal employee health benefits to authorize direct payment or reimbursement for services performed by a: (1) chiropractor; (2) qualified clinical social worker; (3) marriage and family therapist; and (4) nurse midwife, nurse practitioner, and any other nurse. Declares that this Act does not supersede or preempt any State or local law which relates to licensing or certification of health practitioners.

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Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/99th-congress/house-bill/4825
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