February 2, 2012
Sign-on letter sent to House and Senate conferees negotiating final extenders package regarding the Qualified Individual (QI) program, the therapy caps exceptions process, and physician fees under the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) formula.
The Leadership Council of Aging Organizations (LCAO) is a coalition of national nonprofit organizations concerned with the well-being of America’s older population and committed to representing their interests in the policy-making arena. Many of the federal programs under the jurisdiction of your Appropriations Subcommittees are critical to helping millions of older adults and family caregivers age with dignity, health, and independence in their homes and communities. This is especially important at a time when aging at home is the safest option for older adults, who are at greatest risk for negative health outcomes associated with COVID-19.