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H.R.1983: Optometric Equity in Medicaid Act of 2007
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced April 20, 2007
- Latest Major Action April 23, 2007
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
57 (42 Democrats, 16 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Optometric Equity in Medicaid Act of 2007 - Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to require Medicaid coverage of medical and surgical services of optometrists that are otherwise covered when furnished by a physician.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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April 20, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) |