American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (aka “Stimulus Package”) – approved by Congress – one of its main objectives was to support health care initiatives.
Further reading
http://kff.org/medicaid/issue-brief/impact-of-the-medicaid-fiscal-relief-provisions/
The Administration of Aging is a HHS agency responsible for advancing the concerns and interests of older people and their caregivers.
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is a federal agency charged with improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of healthcare
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The top official at HRSA. Selected by political appointment.
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American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) addresses the needs and concerns of the 50+ population, including the 76 million strong baby boom generation.
Further reading
http://blog.aarp.org/2016/01/21/how-has-the-affordable-care-act-impacted-americans-ages-50-64/
The American Academy of Pediatrics is a membership/advocacy organization for pediatricians.
Further reading
https://www.aap.org/en-us/advocacy-and-policy/federal-advocacy/pages/medicaid-fact-sheets.aspx
American Academy of Family Medicine is a membership/advocacy organization for family physicians. With more 100,000+ members is the largest primary care only medical organization in the US.
Further reading
http://www.aafp.org/advocacy/informed/coverage/medicaid.html
The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging’s primary mission is to build the capacity of its members to help older persons and persons with disabilities live with dignity and choices in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
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