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Improving Access to Healthcare in Rural and Underserved Areas

This act aims to increase access to specialized medical care for residents in rural and underserved areas. Through an accredited continuing medical education program for primary care physicians, providers will be able to offer a wider range of medical services and practice within their full scope.
Key points
Primary care physicians and other healthcare providers in rural and underserved areas will receive specialized training to treat a broader range of conditions locally.
Patients can have concurrent visits with their primary care provider and a specialist without additional cost-sharing.
The program provides up to 100 grants to health centers, fostering the development of local medical services and supporting physician retention in these regions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7383
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Susie [D-NV-3]
Process start date: 2022-04-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Access to Health Care in Rural and Underserved Areas Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7383.

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 2022-04-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Primary care physicians and other healthcare providers in rural and underserved areas will receive specialized training to treat a broader range of conditions locally.
  • Patients can have concurrent visits with their primary care provider and a specialist without additional cost-sharing.
  • The program provides up to 100 grants to health centers, fostering the development of local medical services and supporting physician retention in these regions.
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. Lee, Susie [D-NV-3].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health