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National Health Claims Database: Lowering Healthcare Costs for Americans

This act aims to lower healthcare costs for Americans by establishing a nationwide health claims database. It will provide patients, insurers, and researchers with access to information on prices and services, increasing transparency and competition in the market. Data will be protected, and its availability is intended to improve healthcare system management.
Key points
A central database of healthcare costs and services will be created, accessible to patients and other authorized entities.
Data will be de-identified and protected to ensure the privacy of medical information.
The act is intended to help identify areas where healthcare costs are high, potentially leading to their reduction.
States will be eligible for grants to develop their own claims databases, improving information exchange.
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Print number: 117_HR_9644
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Process start date: 2022-12-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National All-Payer Claims Database Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9644.

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 2022-12-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A central database of healthcare costs and services will be created, accessible to patients and other authorized entities.
  • Data will be de-identified and protected to ensure the privacy of medical information.
  • The act is intended to help identify areas where healthcare costs are high, potentially leading to their reduction.
  • States will be eligible for grants to develop their own claims databases, improving information exchange.
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: Introduced in House

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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