HR 15152 · 94th Congress · Social Welfare

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to authorize payment under the supplementary medical insurance program for services furnished by physician extenders.

Introduced 1976-08-10· Sponsored by Rep. Symington, James W. [D-MO-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.(1976-08-10)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends Title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to authorize payment under the supplementary medical insurance program for services furnished by physician extenders. Defines the term "physician extenders" to mean an individual who holds a valid certificate as a physician assistant issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants, or any successor to the Commission.…

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Cosponsors (20)

18 Democrats2 Republicans