S. 440 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to include podiatrists as physicians for purposes of covering physicians services under the medicaid program.
S. 440 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Feb 17, 2005, sponsored by Jim Bunning with 28 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 17, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 28
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to include podiatrists as physicians in order to cover their services under the Medicaid program.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Bunning (R-KY). Co-sponsors: 22 Democrats, 5 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 17, 2005
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Feb 17, 2005)
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