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Rep. Loudermilk Supports Care for Alzheimer’s Patients
Washington,
August 23, 2016
Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement on his support of the HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act:
“This is the type of common sense effort that we must take to ensure that our seniors are receiving the highest quality of care. This bill is a great example of a fiscally conservative answer to a challenging problem. “Currently, our seniors who rely on Medicare for their Alzheimer’s care have access to treatment services, but long-term planning is scarce and seniors are often left to fend for themselves. “Alzheimer’s affects 1-in-9 Americans over the age of 65. I have seen the effects this devastating illness has on family members, and I realize how difficult it is on the primary caregiver in the home. This bill would provide individuals and their caregivers with the comprehensive care and planning services they need and deserve. This legislation will deal with these issues by providing long-term health care planning for Medicare patients who are affected by Alzheimer’s, and it will save nearly $70 million a year by reducing excessive hospital visits.” Background The HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act, H.R. 1559, provides comprehensive care for Alzheimer’s patients, within Medicare, while saving taxpayer dollars in the process. |
