Shape the Future of Health Care
You have the power to influence health care policy decisions that directly affect you and your family.
Our advocacy hub has the tools and resources you need to engage with lawmakers and make an impact. On this page, you’ll discover ways to take action on the issues that matter most, identify your legislators, communicate with them effectively, and directly advocate for solutions to improve patient care.
Urge Your Members of Congress to Fix Medicare Now
Congress recently passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which provides a temporary 2.5% physician payment increase in 2026, but it fails to address the core issue: the need for long-term Medicare payment reform. Without it, many physician practices may close, threatening access to care.
Tell Congress to Fix Prior Authorization
Prior authorization is delaying and denying necessary treatments and harming patients. It's time for Congress to act by supporting legislation that would help fix the hopelessly broken prior authorization process.
Tell Congress: Protect America’s Most Vulnerable Patients
The House’s new reconciliation bill takes steps to stabilize Medicare, but proposed Medicaid and Affordable Care Act provisions could limit access to care, especially in rural and underserved areas, and threaten the physician workforce. Urge your senators to strengthen the bill and protect access to care for millions.
See Who Represents You
Enter your zip code into the Legislator Search Tool to find your elected officials.
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Social Media
Social media has changed how constituents interact with Congress. Platforms like Facebook and X let you instantly reach most U.S. lawmakers with clear, consistent messages, which can make a strong impact.
Tips:
- When engaging with your elected officials, be sure to indicate that you are a constituent.
- Follow your representative and senators on Facebook and X.
- Follow @PatientAction on X and @PatientsActionNetwork on Facebook and reshare the content that resonates with you.
Emails and Letters
Many members of Congress prioritize constituent feedback, with offices often tracking input on key issues. Our action alerts can help you get started, but the most impactful messages include personal stories and original thoughts.
Tips:
- If you send an email or letter, be sure to include your name, address, and contact information. This will eliminate any doubt about who you are and how to reach you.
- When sending a letter, keep in mind that due to security screenings, it may take a few weeks for an office to receive your letter and respond.
Phone Calls
Calling your members’ district or Capitol Hill office is an effective way to directly voice your concerns or ask questions. While you'll usually speak with a staffer, they know the member’s stance on issues and will relay your message. Our action alerts include talking points to help guide your call.
Tips:
- Phone calls can be particularly powerful in the days or hours leading up to important votes.
- Members have multiple offices, and it can be useful to call both their Capitol Hill office where their legislative staff works, as well as their local district offices to reinforce your concerns.
In-Person Visits
Meeting face-to-face with a member of Congress or their staff is a powerful way to discuss key issues. Speaking with a staffer who specializes in your area of interest can also be just as effective as meeting with the member directly. Clear goals and careful planning are essential for a successful visit.
Tips:
- Contact the member’s scheduler and request to meet directly with the health legislative assistant and the member, if available.
- Explain the purpose of the meeting, including what one to two issues you want to discuss.
- Follow up after the meeting by writing an email or letter that thanks the member and/or staff for their time, recaps agenda items, and reiterates any requests.
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