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Compensation Payment for Doctor for Unpaid Medicare Services

This bill authorizes a payment of over $39,000 to a California doctor, Robert Feiss, as compensation for unpaid Medicare program benefits from 2011-2013. This money is intended to rectify a classification error that prevented him from receiving due payments. It illustrates how administrative errors can impact the finances of individuals providing public services.
Key points
Dr. Robert Feiss will receive $39,709.66 from the U.S. Treasury.
The payment compensates for unpaid Medicare Primary Care Incentive Program payments from 2011-2013 due to a coding error.
This sum fully settles any claims Dr. Feiss may have against the United States regarding these payments.
Attorney or agent fees for recovering this sum are limited to 10% of the total payment.
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Additional Information
For the relief of Robert Feiss.
Print number: HR 371
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-01-19
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Compensation Payment for Doctor for Unpaid Medicare Services

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 371.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Dr. Robert Feiss will receive $39,709.66 from the U.S. Treasury.
  • The payment compensates for unpaid Medicare Primary Care Incentive Program payments from 2011-2013 due to a coding error.
  • This sum fully settles any claims Dr. Feiss may have against the United States regarding these payments.
  • Attorney or agent fees for recovering this sum are limited to 10% of the total payment.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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