MHC HEALTH STRATEGIES for ADVAULT, INC.
What was lobbied
One issue area, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Health Issues HCR
Discussed importance of high-quality electronic advance medical directives (ADs) for all adults over 18 years old that can be accessed 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week by patients, physicians, and hospitals anywhere in the world as part of the patient's electronic health record (EHR). Seeking consideration of ADs as a core requirement under the Stage 3 Meaningful Use Rule, as recommended by the HIT Policy Committee, Joint Commission, and the National Quality Forum (NQF). Proposals considered to incentivize all Medicare / Medicaid beneficiaries as well as all federal employees through FEHBP to create and store a digital AD. Endorsed legislation, the Medicare Choices Empowerment & Protection Act (S. 2297 / HR 4059), introduced by Senators Coons / Cassidy & Reps Black, Thompson, Welch, and Collins. Legislation provides a one-time financial incentive to Medicare beneficiaries for voluntarily registering an advance care plan (ACP).
Foreign entity interest: There is a foreign entity (Bhupendra Kansagra c/o Purebond Limited; Portland House 69-71 Wembley Hill Rd, Wembley Middlesex GBR) that holds a 30 percent interest in A/D Vault. He supports the use of high-quality digital ADs for all adults.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| MARIA H CASTILLO | Senior LA, Rep Kleckza; LA, Rep Berkley; SA, Rep Thurman |
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