The American Osteopathic Association (AOA), a professional organization that seeks to improve the practice of osteopathic medicine, participated in the 2024 DO (doctor of osteopathic medicine) Day on Capitol Hill. DO Day on Capitol Hill allowed hundreds of osteopathic physicians, students, and advocates to gather and make their voices heard in Congress. During DO Day on Capitol Hill, AOA advocates focused on three key legislative initiatives which directly impact both the osteopathic profession and wider healthcare landscape.
The issues included protecting patient access to care and physician practices by strengthening the Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 2474), to bring positive changes to Medicare physician payment. Other issues included creating a safe working environment for physicians and other healthcare staff by advocating for SAVE (Safety From Violence for Healthcare Employers) Act. In addition, AOA encouraged Congress to lobby for the REDI Act (S.704/H.R. 1202) to reduce the financial burden associated with student debt.
The commitment shown by AOA advocates made an impact, as several lawmakers expressed their support for the recommendations while acknowledging the important role of osteopathic physicians within the healthcare system. The deliberations were not only successful, but reminded everyone of the power of advocacy. Despite recent successes, AOA recognizes the importance of increased advocacy, considering health care is a constantly changing field with an ever-present need to adapt to meet new challenges.
The issues included protecting patient access to care and physician practices by strengthening the Medicare for Patients and Providers Act (H.R. 2474), to bring positive changes to Medicare physician payment. Other issues included creating a safe working environment for physicians and other healthcare staff by advocating for SAVE (Safety From Violence for Healthcare Employers) Act. In addition, AOA encouraged Congress to lobby for the REDI Act (S.704/H.R. 1202) to reduce the financial burden associated with student debt.
The commitment shown by AOA advocates made an impact, as several lawmakers expressed their support for the recommendations while acknowledging the important role of osteopathic physicians within the healthcare system. The deliberations were not only successful, but reminded everyone of the power of advocacy. Despite recent successes, AOA recognizes the importance of increased advocacy, considering health care is a constantly changing field with an ever-present need to adapt to meet new challenges.
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