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- H.R.4296
H.R.4296: Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act of 1996
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 28, 1996
- Latest Major Action Oct. 4, 1996
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (14 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act of 1996 - Requires health plans that provide medical and surgical benefits for the treatment of breast cancer to ensure that inpatient coverage is provided for a minimum of 48 hours after a mastectomy, and 24 hours after a lymph node disection, except where the attending physician and patient determine that a shorter period is appropriate. Prohibits health plans from modifying the terms and conditions of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
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| Sept. 28, 1996 |
Introduced in the House by Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) |