Testimony of Rachel A. Joseph, Co-Chair of the National Steering Committee to Reauthorize the Indian Health Care Improvement Act Before the United States Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing on Advancing Indian Health Care February 5, 2009
Authors: Racheal A. Joseph
Publication Year: 2009
Last Updated: 2010-09-27
Journal: NA
Keywords: SCIA, Senate Committee of Indian Affairs, IHCIA, Indian Health Care Improvement Act, Testimony, Rachael Joseph
Abstract:
The following recommendations are made to advance and improve the Indian healthcare delivery system.
First and foremost, passage of the IHCIA reauthorization is a vital component of any healthcare reform so that the underlying authorities for the operation of the Indian health system reflect 21st century health care practices.
Secondly, the Indian health care delivery system needs to be fully funded, and specifically, full funding is needed for contract support costs (CSC) and contract health services (CHS).
And finally, the Committee should explore extending healthcare coverage to IHS beneficiaries through the Federal Employees Health Benefit Program or through universal healthcare coverage established under any healthcare reform legislation that might be enacted.
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