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Easier Healthcare Access: Self-Scheduling Appointments Online

New regulations aim to simplify how citizens schedule appointments with doctors and healthcare providers through online platforms. The act introduces rules to protect patients from unfair practices, ensuring transparency and objectivity in medical service information. This allows citizens to more easily find and choose the right specialist, accelerating access to necessary care.
Key points
Allows online platforms to assist with appointment scheduling without legal penalties, provided clear rules are followed.
Ensures platforms cannot favor specific doctors based on fees, nor offer medical advice or treatment guarantees.
Requires platforms to disclose financial arrangements with healthcare providers and present information objectively, based on patient needs.
Prohibits platforms from sharing patient contact information with entities other than the chosen provider, and from engaging in aggressive phone or text marketing.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1140
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Process start date: 2025-03-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health ACCESS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1140.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows online platforms to assist with appointment scheduling without legal penalties, provided clear rules are followed.
  • Ensures platforms cannot favor specific doctors based on fees, nor offer medical advice or treatment guarantees.
  • Requires platforms to disclose financial arrangements with healthcare providers and present information objectively, based on patient needs.
  • Prohibits platforms from sharing patient contact information with entities other than the chosen provider, and from engaging in aggressive phone or text marketing.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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