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Life-saving Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Bill Reaches Critical Milestone in House

October 9, 2024

Today, U.S. Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Mike Kelly (PA-16), Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06), and Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08) released the following statement after securing the support of a bipartisan majority for the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 8702) with over 218 cosponsors in the U.S. House ...

DelBene Statement on Anniversary of Hamas Terrorist Attack

October 7, 2024

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement on the first anniversary of Hamas’ terrorist attack in Israel: “A year ago, Hamas brutally attacked Israel, murdering nearly 1,200 innocent people and taking over 250 hostages, including American citizens. I remain committed to Israel’s right to ...

DelBene, Clarke Introduce Bill to Expand Smart City Tech

October 1, 2024

Today, Congresswomen Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Yvette Clarke (NY-09) introduced the Smart Cities and Communities Act to expand smart city technologies and improve federal coordination of these programs. Smart technologies are revolutionizing urban living by improving community safety, mobility, and resilience against ...

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Everett Herald: As patients ‘get sicker while they wait,’ doctors fight insurance delays

July 3, 2024

When doctors diagnosed Robin Sparks with cancer two years ago, they needed to act fast. The hard lump on her neck was Stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a blood cancer that penetrates bone marrow and attacks the immune system. Sparks, of Marysville, spent weeks wading through tests and appointments to get her diagnosis. Th...

Axios: Prior auth has its moment (again)

July 3, 2024

A prior authorization overhaul for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries may have a stronger chance of passage in this Congress. That's because of an expected lower CBO score, a new rule on the issue, and renewed urgency in a post-Chevron environment. Why it matters: Medicare Advantage beneficiaries have faced delays and d...

Politico: Lawmakers play waiting game with CMS in bid to reform prior authorization

September 7, 2023

Doctors have long complained to Congress about the time-consuming paperwork and delayed care that comes when insurers fail to authorize costly procedures or treatments. Lawmakers are sympathetic, but their ability to act may hinge on an upcoming rule from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. A bipartisan bil...

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I’m Fighting to Protect WA Families from GOP Surprise Unemployment Bills

March 4, 2023

Dear Friend, When millions of workers found themselves jobless overnight at the start of the pandemic, Congress increased unemployment insurance benefits so Americans could put food on the table, keep a roof over their head, and heat their homes. Many workers filled out their claims in good faith based on information f...

Suzan Shows Up in WA-01: February 20-24

February 25, 2023

Dear Friend, I spent another week meeting with leaders across the 1st district discussing the issues that are important to our communities, and how I can use my voice in Congress to deliver for you. Arlington I had the opportunity to meet with Arlington Mayor Barb Tolbert and tour the Arlington Airport to learn more ab...

Tell Me: What Are Your Top Priorities for Congress?

February 16, 2023

Dear Friend, At the State of the Union, we celebrated the historic progress that President Biden and Congressional Democrats have made over the past two years from creating millions of good-paying jobs to driving down costs for families. But President Biden also made clear that we must continue addressing the issues fa...

Press Releases

Life-saving Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Bill Reaches Critical Milestone in House

DelBene Statement on Anniversary of Hamas Terrorist Attack

DelBene, Clarke Introduce Bill to Expand Smart City Tech

In The News

Everett Herald: As patients ‘get sicker while they wait,’ doctors fight insurance delays

Axios: Prior auth has its moment (again)

Politico: Lawmakers play waiting game with CMS in bid to reform prior authorization

E-Newsletters

I’m Fighting to Protect WA Families from GOP Surprise Unemployment Bills

Suzan Shows Up in WA-01: February 20-24

Tell Me: What Are Your Top Priorities for Congress?

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