Kidney Patients Engage Congress During Summer Recess
Kidney patients advocated during Congress's summer recess for donor job protections and to address regulatory hurdles with CMS and FDA.
The American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP), the nation's largest independent kidney patient advocacy group, conducted its second annual event focused on engaging lawmakers during their summer recess.
The primary goal of these engagements was to advance legislation aimed at protecting the employment status of organ donors. AAKP highlighted concerns that individuals may face job loss or adverse employment actions due to the time required for organ donation and recovery.
Furthermore, the organization addressed regulatory obstacles posed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These issues, according to AAKP, impede the timely adoption of new treatments and technologies for kidney patients.
AAKP has publicly called for reforms to streamline processes and improve access to care for individuals with kidney disease. The group emphasizes the need for policy changes to better support patients throughout their treatment journey.