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- H.R.1354
H.R.1354: To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for mandatory coverage of services furnished by nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists under State Medicaid plans.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced April 16, 1997
- Latest Major Action April 29, 1997
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
22 (19 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicaid coverage of services furnished by certified nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists which are authorized under State law to be performed by such a nurse, regardless of whether or not such services are performed under the supervision of a physician or other health care provider. Defines "clinical nurse specialist" as an individual who: (1) is a registered...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
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| April 16, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by John W. Olver (D-Mass.) |