Congresswoman Schrier Introduces The Access to Claims Data Act

"As a doctor, I understand how beneficial and effective quality data is for physician researchers to develop best practices so that all physicians can provide their patients with the best care possible," said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. "That's why I'm proud to introduce this commonsense, bipartisan legislation which will help improve patient outcomes in both the immediate and long-term future."

"When it comes to health information, nobody is more qualified to assess and evaluate than those who provide direct patient care," said Congressman Bucshon, M.D. "That is why I am proud to introduce the Access to Claims Data Act-commonsense legislation that will increase transparency of health care reimbursement claims, better informing clinicians and ultimately improving outcomes for patients."

"Folks in our region deserve a federal government that is providing them with access to affordable and effective healthcare," said Congressman Kilmer. "That's why I'm supporting bipartisan legislation that will help support the necessary research to ensure that today's medical treatments and interventions are effective, accessible, and reliable, by providing medical professionals with the information they need to make informed decisions about the best course of action for their patients. Having these decisions based on data and facts will better serve people across the country in the long run and allow for advancements in patient safety and outcomes."

"The reintroduction of the Access to Claims Data Act is a pivotal step towards enhancing patient care and advancing longitudinal research," said Jennifer Romano, MD, MS, President of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS). "By providing surgeons and other providers with comprehensive access to federal claims data, we can identify trends, improve treatment protocols, and ultimately ensure better patient outcomes. This legislation empowers clinicians with the information necessary to make informed decisions, driving quality and efficiency in our healthcare system."

"The American College of Cardiology has led the field in clinical data registries for more than two decades, helping the cardiovascular community measure and improve the quality of care they provide by ensuring evidence-based practices. The Access to Claims Data Act would further enable clinician-led data registries to improve the ability to perform research and data analyses that will inform treatment choices; assist in the evaluation of practice patterns and the dissemination of best practices; and inform future research endeavors," said ACC President Cathleen Biga, MSN, FACC. "The ACC strives to transform cardiovascular care and improve patient outcomes in all our endeavors. We look forward to working with Congress to pass this legislation as the entire medical community works to provide the best possible care for all our patients."