House Bill introduced for motorcyclists

[Fred W]

Anyone else gotten a response on this? Here's mine from KY Congressman Yarmuth:
Dear Mr. Giese,

Thank you for contacting me to express your concerns regarding the discrepancy in the HIPPA Act that permits insurance companies to deny healthcare to individuals injured in certain recreational activities. I appreciate the benefit of your views and share your concerns regarding this coverage gap.

HIPAA's non-discrimination provision prevents a group health plan from denying enrollment to individuals who engage in high-risk recreational activities. However, HIPAA's protection does not address the benefits that are covered by these plans. Therefore, there is no federal law requiring that plans cover treatment for injuries incurred from high-risk activities, even if these treatments are otherwise covered under the plan.

I agree that this discrepancy is unfair, and that insurance companies should not be permitted to deny benefits to individuals injured in legal recreational activities. As you know, legislation was introduced by Congressman Michael C. Burgess in the 109th Congress to correct this matter, however the bill never made it to the House floor for a vote. I am hopeful that Rep. Burgess will again introduce his legislation in the 110th Congress. Please be assured I am fully committed to ensuring that all Americans receive high-quality health coverage, including coverage for any injuries incurred, regardless of the cause of those injuries.

In the meantime, thank you again for sharing your views. Please do not hesitate to contact me in the future regarding this or any other issue of concern. If you would like to learn more about my work in Washington and in Louisville, please visit my website at www.yarmuth.house.gov where you will find the latest news, my weekly schedule, video from hearings, and information about constituent services. You can also sign up for my e-newsletter to receive periodic updates on important issues and services for your family.

Sincerely,

John Yarmuth

Member of Congress

That guy gets it. But doesn't he know your last name is Meister? :blink:

I wonder how many other reps do. My reply from Carol Shea Porter was just a "Thanks for contacting me. I'll look into it"

 

[Jagermeister]

That guy gets it. But doesn't he know your last name is Meister? :blink:
I wonder how many other reps do. My reply from Carol Shea Porter was just a "Thanks for contacting me. I'll look into it"

That's Mister Meister to you!

Yeah, I held my breath when Yarmuth got elected, fearing he was a left-wing nutjob. He's actually not terrible, even from a staunch Capitalist's perspective. As you saw, he does seem to get this issue.

 

[Capt. Bob]

Messege sent.

 

[Greg E.]

Done.

-GSE-

 

[vabrzn]

message sent

 

[Ford68xl]

Note sent.

 

[JerseyEd]

I had been watching for the AMA do this, but gave up. I had not gone to there site for a long time. I sent my E-mail, and thank you for keeping your eyes open!