S. 399 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
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. 399 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) was introduced on Jan 25, 2007, sponsored by Jim Bunning with 32 co-sponsors.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 25, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 32
- 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, 8 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 25, 2007
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Committee on the Judiciary. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 110-472. (May 16, 2007)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
- Finance Committee
More
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