March 18, 2026

Re: Statement for the Record for the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Hearing, “Lowering Health Care Costs for All Americans: An Examination of the U.S. Provider Landscape”

Dear Chairman Griffith and Ranking Member DeGette:

On behalf of our member medical group practices, the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) thanks you for holding this important hearing on “Lowering Health Care Costs for All Americans: An Examination of the U.S. Provider Landscape.” There are numerous policies working in concert that impact patient affordability and add unnecessary costs and strain to medical groups. Congress has an ample opportunity to pass legislation to address longstanding challenges facing physician practices and support their ability to provide high-quality, cost-effective care.

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