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Washington, DC - In a significant move for the healthcare sector, Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC), along with Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (R-VA), Congressman Joe Courtney (D-CT), and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), have relaunched the bipartisan Congressional Primary Care Caucus.

The Caucus, initially established by Congressman Rouzer and Congressman Courtney in 2015, is dedicated to advocating for a robust primary care system across the nation. At the Caucus's first official event of the year, a briefing on the State of Primary Care in America, industry stakeholders highlighted the crucial role primary care plays in enhancing health outcomes and reducing preventable healthcare costs.

During the event, Rep. Rouzer emphasized the importance of bringing primary care closer to home, stating, "I'm proud to join my colleagues in relaunching the bipartisan Primary Care Caucus to ensure our healthcare system focuses on patients."

Congresswoman Kiggans, the only geriatric nurse practitioner in Congress, expressed her commitment to promoting primary care accessibility, especially for underserved populations. She stated, "We must work to make primary care more accessible and available to all Americans."

Rep. Joe Courtney, a co-founder of the Caucus, stressed the significance of increasing access to primary care, particularly in underserved areas. He highlighted the Caucus's efforts to strengthen the primary care workforce nationwide.

Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester echoed the sentiments of her colleagues, emphasizing the importance of equitable primary care. She stated, "I'm proud to join in relaunching the Primary Care Caucus, which will help support patients and providers by increasing access to primary care."

The relaunch of the Primary Care Caucus has garnered support from industry leaders as well. Ann Greiner, President and CEO of the Primary Care Collaborative, commended the Caucus for addressing challenges in the healthcare system and emphasized the crucial role of primary care in improving healthcare in America.

Stephanie Quinn, Senior Vice President of External Affairs and Practice Experience at the American Academy of Family Physicians, praised the Caucus's commitment to advancing comprehensive healthcare solutions and prioritizing accessible care for all.

Paloma Hernandez, Chair of the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) Board of Directors, thanked the Caucus for its leadership in advocating for cost-effective primary care nationwide.

The relaunch of the Congressional Primary Care Caucus signals a step forward in addressing healthcare challenges in the United States. With a focus on enhancing primary care accessibility and quality, the Caucus aims to make a positive impact on the nation's healthcare landscape.