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New Sickle Cell Treatment Centers: Coordinated Lifelong Care and Support

This act establishes a national network of specialized Sickle Cell Disease Treatment Centers using a "hub-and-spoke" model to ensure coordinated, lifelong care for patients. The program aims to improve health outcomes, facilitate the transition from pediatric to adult care, and provide crucial support, including assistance with health insurance access and transportation costs for treatment. It also mandates increased public awareness and data collection regarding the disease.
Key points
Creation of specialized treatment networks (hubs and spokes) offering comprehensive care, including advanced treatments like gene therapy and stem cell transplants.
Financial assistance available to patients for securing health insurance (premiums/cost-sharing) and reimbursement for travel to treatment centers.
Integration of community organizations to address social barriers to health, such as food insecurity, housing issues, and lack of transportation.
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Additional Information
Sickle Cell Disease Treatment Centers Act of 2024
Print number: HR 9872
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12]
Process start date: 2024-09-27