Requires federal workers to use specific doctor networks for work injuries.
This bill would require federal employees to get care for work injuries through specific doctor networks chosen by their agencies. It aims to lower costs for taxpayers and improve care by setting new rules for these networks and fighting fraud.
Today, the federal system for injured workers hasn't been updated since 1974, leading to higher costs than in the private sector. Federal agencies cannot direct injured employees to specific doctor networks. If this bill becomes law, federal employees would be required to use managed care networks contracted by their agencies for work injuries, except in emergencies. This would aim to reduce costs, improve treatment, and speed up recovery by standardizing care and fighting fraud.
HR 9869 · 119th Congress · July 22, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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