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RepublicanBill · H.R. 1521· House(119-HR-1521)

DOC Access Act of 2025

Rep. Carter
Age: 69 years
Georgia
Introduced
2/24/2025
Last activity
2/24/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by
Earl Carter
Cosponsors
Republican - 51Democrat - 70
Health
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The Dental and Optometric Care Access Act of 2025 aims to improve health care coverage under vision and dental plans. It proposes amendments to title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act. The bill regulates how doctors of optometry and dentistry can charge enrollees for services not covered by their plans. It also sets rules for extending agreements for limited scope plans and limits restrictions on laboratory choices. Additionally, it establishes a notification process for the Secretary to engage with States regarding enforcement.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5

    The bill protects consumers by regulating how providers charge for services not covered by their plans.

  • Does this make health care easier to get in general?+4

    The bill improves access to dental and vision care by regulating fees for uncovered services and dental cleanings.

  • Would middle-income households be better off under this?+3

    The bill may reduce out-of-pocket costs for dental and vision services for those on group health plans.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.