Federal Statute and Guidance | Covid-19 | Jan 29, 2021
Chairman Neal and Ways and Means Committee Democrats Release Report Examining Longstanding Inequities in American Health System
On January 12, House Ways and Means Chairman Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released a staff report, titled “Left Out: Barriers to Health Equity for Rural and Underserved Communities” that analyzes the barriers to health care in underserved communities and discusses the challenges associated with scalable and sustainable solutions. From massive geographic coverage deficiencies to structural environmental factors, the report examines the realities millions of Americans face that adversely affect their health.