Sec. 4. Quality measurement development

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Section 931(c)(2) of the Public Health Service Act ( 42 U.S.C. 299b–31(c)(2) ) is amended— by redesignating subparagraphs

(I)and

(J)as subparagraphs

(L)and (M), respectively; and by inserting after subparagraph

(H)the following new subparagraphs: the process of eliciting and documenting patient (and, where relevant and appropriate, family caregiver) goals, preferences, and values from the patient or from a legally authorized representative, including the articulation of goals that accurately reflect how the patient wants to live; the effectiveness, patient-centeredness (and, where relevant, family caregiver-centeredness), and accuracy of care plans, including documentation of individual goals, preferences, and values; agreement and consistency among— the patient’s goals, values, and preferences; any documented care plan; the treatment delivered; and outcomes of treatment; . There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out the amendments made by this section, $5,000,000 for fiscal year 2016. Amounts appropriated under the preceding sentence shall remain available until expended.

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Quality measurement development

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