On the recordJune 22, 2001
When you are talking about care and access to speciality care for a particular problem, you can go through our appeals system very specifically. We have not talked much about access to specialists. It is critically important. In the Frist-Breaux-Jeffords bill, we have a separate provision for access to a specialist, especially access to an obstetrician and gynecologist. We require plans to cover OB/GYN care under the designation of a primary care provider. Thus, providing direct access to a participating physician who specializes in obstetrics and gynecology. Additionally, access to specialists should also take into account age appropriateness by providing access to pediatricians. I believe strongly this amendment by the Senator from Arizona should be supported. It addresses, in a sense of the Senate, support for clinical trials, support for breast cancer treatment, and support for access to specialists.
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