What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 7708.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-15.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr7708/BILLS-118hr7708ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 7708

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Accurate Provider Directories in Medicare Advantage Plans and Patient Protection

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Medicare Advantage plans must maintain accurate and publicly available provider directories, updated at least every 90 days. If a patient receives services from an out-of-network provider mistakenly listed in the directory, they will pay in-network costs. Insurance organizations will be required to annually analyze and report on the accuracy of their directories, increasing transparency.

New regulations aim to ensure that provider directories in Medicare Advantage plans are always up-to-date and accurate. This will give citizens confidence that information about available doctors is correct, and if there's an error in the directory, treatment costs will be as if the doctor was in-network.

Key points

Medicare Advantage plans must maintain accurate and publicly available provider directories, updated at least every 90 days.

If a patient receives services from an out-of-network provider mistakenly listed in the directory, they will pay in-network costs.

Insurance organizations will be required to annually analyze and report on the accuracy of their directories, increasing transparency.

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Additional Information

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require MA organizations offering network-based plans to maintain an accurate provider directory, and for other purposes.

Print number: HR 7708

Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]

Process start date: 2024-03-15

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