HB4968: GOLD CARD Act of 2023 Getting Over Lengthy Delays in Care As Required by Doctors Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
Here is how to read this bill
Start with the summary
It says what the bill does in plain language. The official text is one tab over.
Check where it is
The status badge says how far it has gotten. The History tab lists every step.
Follow it
We will email you when it moves. You need a free account.
Tell someone who votes on it
Email or call the sponsor, or find your own representatives, from the actions panel.
Bill information
Summary
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt qualifying physicians from prior authorization requirements under Medicare Advantage plans, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
The GOLD CARD Act of 2023 would change how Medicare Advantage insurance plans (private Medicare plans) handle doctor approvals. Currently, these plans often require prior authorization—meaning doctors must get approval before providing certain treatments. This bill would exempt qualified physicians from that requirement for Medicare patients. The bill is currently introduced in Congress, meaning it has been formally submitted but not yet assigned to a for review.
AI-generated summary
What can I do?
It's early in the process — messages to the sponsor and your representatives carry the most weight right now.
Contact Your Representatives
Calling or emailing is the most direct way to weigh in — offices tally constituent contacts.
Find Your RepresentativesShare This Bill
Sharing helps others in your district get informed and involved.
HB4968: GOLD CARD Act of 2023 Getting Over Lengthy Delays in Care As Required by Doctor…
Upcoming hearings & events
Sponsors
Michael Burgess
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (19)
Vicente Gonzalez
Pete Sessions
Michael Lawler
Deborah Ross
Charles Fleischmann