Providing high-quality patient care, advocating for Medicaid and telehealth access, investing in the future and educating lawmakers are on this year’s list of priorities.
Welcome to the advocacy and issue engagement portal! In this area, you will learn more about the issues we are advocating for at DO Day 2025 and how the osteopathic profession can work with Congress to pass common sense health policy.
Protecting physician practices & Medicare access
At DO Day, we will advocate for the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act (H.R. 879), which prevents further cuts to Medicare physician payments. This legislation is essential to ensuring that osteopathic physicians can continue providing high-quality care to patients by keeping their practices open.
Addressing barriers to care
Medicaid funding is a lifeline for vulnerable populations, and telehealth expansion is critical for ensuring continuity of care, particularly in rural and underserved areas. We will advocate for policies that maintain access to both Medicaid and telehealth services.
Invest in the future physician workforce
The Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education (THCGME) program plays a key role in training primary care physicians in underserved areas. Without reauthorization, we risk losing a crucial pipeline of physicians serving patients in need. Congress must act now to secure the future of this program.
Educate lawmakers about the osteopathic profession
Discuss the importance of the osteopathic profession and its contributions to improving patient care.
