What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 470.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-16.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s470/BILLS-118s470is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 470

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Repealing restrictions on physician referrals to hospitals for Medicare patients.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Restrictions lifted: Sections 6001 and 10601 of the Affordable Care Act and Section 1106 of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act are repealed. Restoration of rules: Provisions of law amended by the repealed sections are restored as if such sections had never been enacted. Bill purpose: The Act is cited as the 'Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2023'.

This bill aims to repeal provisions from health care reform laws (Affordable Care Act) that limited the Medicare exception to the prohibition on certain physician referrals for hospitals. Restoring the previous rules is intended to reverse changes made by these laws.

Key points

Restrictions lifted: Sections 6001 and 10601 of the Affordable Care Act and Section 1106 of the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act are repealed.

Restoration of rules: Provisions of law amended by the repealed sections are restored as if such sections had never been enacted.

Bill purpose: The Act is cited as the 'Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2023'.

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Additional Information

Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2023

Print number: S 470

Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]

Process start date: 2023-02-16

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Repealing restrictions on physician referrals to hospitals for Medicare patients.

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