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Improving Medical Diagnoses: New Research and Collaboration for Patient Safety

This act aims to enhance the quality and safety of medical diagnoses in the United States. This means doctors and the healthcare system will have access to better tools and knowledge to identify diseases more quickly and accurately, potentially reducing diagnostic errors and improving treatment outcomes for all citizens.
Key points
Support for research into diagnostic errors and the development of better prevention methods.
Establishment of research centers nationwide to link science with clinical practice, improving diagnostic quality.
Creation of an interagency council to coordinate government efforts in improving medical diagnoses.
Increased availability of data for research on diagnostic safety and quality, including data on racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities.
Funding for fellowships and training grants for specialists in diagnostic safety and quality.
Commissioning a report on disparities in diagnostic safety and quality to identify issues and propose solutions.
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Print number: 117_HR_8172
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Process start date: 2022-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Diagnosis in Medicine Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8172.

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 2022-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for research into diagnostic errors and the development of better prevention methods.
  • Establishment of research centers nationwide to link science with clinical practice, improving diagnostic quality.
  • Creation of an interagency council to coordinate government efforts in improving medical diagnoses.
  • Increased availability of data for research on diagnostic safety and quality, including data on racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities.
  • Funding for fellowships and training grants for specialists in diagnostic safety and quality.
  • Commissioning a report on disparities in diagnostic safety and quality to identify issues and propose solutions.
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. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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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Health