PRIMACY STRATEGY GROUP for ESSENTIA HEALTH
What was lobbied
3 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Medical/Disease Research/Clinical Labs MED
Prior Authorization Simplification - H.R. 8702/S. 4532 - Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act Establish an electronic prior authorization process for MA plans including a standardization for transactions and clinical attachments. Increase transparency around MA prior authorization requirements and its use. Clarify CMS authority to establish timeframes for e-PA requests including expedited determinations, real-time decisions for routinely approved items and services, and other PA requests. Expand beneficiary protections to improve enrollee experiences and outcomes. Require HHS and other agencies to report to Congress on program integrity efforts and other ways to further improve the e-PA process.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JORDAN CHRISTOPHER HAGERT | — |
| RYAN KELLY | — |
| GREG RUBIO | — |
| EMILY J. TRANTER | — |
Health Issues HCR
Prior Authorization Simplification - H.R. 8702/S. 4532 - Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act Establish an electronic prior authorization process for MA plans including a standardization for transactions and clinical attachments. Increase transparency around MA prior authorization requirements and its use. Clarify CMS authority to establish timeframes for e-PA requests including expedited determinations, real-time decisions for routinely approved items and services, and other PA requests. Expand beneficiary protections to improve enrollee experiences and outcomes. Require HHS and other agencies to report to Congress on program integrity efforts and other ways to further improve the e-PA process.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JORDAN CHRISTOPHER HAGERT | — |
| RYAN KELLY | — |
| GREG RUBIO | — |
| EMILY J. TRANTER | — |
Budget/Appropriations BUD
FY26 Appropriations
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JORDAN CHRISTOPHER HAGERT | — |
| RYAN KELLY | — |
| GREG RUBIO | — |
| EMILY J. TRANTER | — |
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