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Patient Protection: No Rate Cuts or Contract Terminations for Providers During Health Emergencies.

This act aims to protect access to healthcare during public health emergencies. It prohibits health insurance companies and plans from reducing provider rates or terminating contracts, ensuring stable medical services. This means citizens can rely on continuous treatment and access to their doctors when they need it most.
Key points
Health insurance plans and issuers cannot reduce reimbursement rates or terminate contracts with healthcare providers during a public health emergency.
This protection applies to providers who had an existing contract before the emergency began.
Exceptions are made for cases of fraud, abuse, or quality concerns regarding the provider.
The provisions apply to public health emergencies declared on or after January 31, 2020.
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Print number: 117_HR_6904
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45]
Process start date: 2022-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Patients Before Profits Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6904.

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 2022-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Health insurance plans and issuers cannot reduce reimbursement rates or terminate contracts with healthcare providers during a public health emergency.
  • This protection applies to providers who had an existing contract before the emergency began.
  • Exceptions are made for cases of fraud, abuse, or quality concerns regarding the provider.
  • The provisions apply to public health emergencies declared on or after January 31, 2020.
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. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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