S. 1323 · 116th Congress

UNDERSTAND Act

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2019-05-06
Latest action
2019-05-06 · Introduced in Senate

Summary

Utilizing National Data, Effectively Reforming Standards and Tools, to Address Negative Determinates [sic] of Health Act or the UNDERSTAND Act

This bill requires the collection and reporting of social determinants of health that may affect Medicare, Medicaid, and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) beneficiaries and individuals who receive services at federally qualified health centers. Social determinants of health include educational, employment, housing, and family circumstances.