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Janice Schakowsky: Optometrists, podiatrists, optometrists, chiropractors have all been recognized by Congress within the definition of…

On the recordJune 4, 2013
Optometrists, podiatrists, optometrists, chiropractors have all been recognized by Congress within the definition of physician providers in the Medicare statute.
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Janice Schakowsky
Democratic · Illinois

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Schakowsky emphasizes the inclusion of various healthcare providers in Medicare definitions.

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