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The WOCN Society works diligently to shape legislation that protects and strengthens the profession. The WOCN Society is committed to advancing legislative activity that promotes the benefits of WOC nurse involvement related to pressure injuries, acute and chronic wounds, ostomy and continence (WOC) care.

The WOCN Society supports increases in federal, state and local funding for education, as well as clinical and research opportunities to advance the profession. We support initiatives that provide access to cost-effective, outcome-based health care solutions. The WOCN Society works to ensure that all patients have access to appropriate supplies, equipment and services.

Through legislative consultants in Washington, the WOCN Society brings the WOC agenda to the attention of Congress and works tirelessly to inform members of Congress about WOC issues.

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Support The Lymphedema Treatment Act (H.R. 930/S.497) (September 2018)
WOCN Society Submits Comment Regarding Pressure Injury Measures (March 2018)
WOCN Society Supports Legislation to Reform Local Coverage Determinations (December 2017)
Update on the Competitive Bidding Program (September 2017)
Take Action (Lymphedema Treatment Act) (September 2017)
We Need Your Help (April 2017)
Medicare Contractors Propose Big Changes to Wound Care Payments (April 2017)
CMS Publishes Final Rule on Home Health Conditions of Participation (January 2017)
Competitive Bidding (January 2017)
Home Health QRP: OASIS-C2 Approved by OMB (December 2016)
Payment for Disposable NPWT in Home Care Setting Finalized (November 2016)
CMS Finalizes Rule Governing Requirements for Long-Term-Care Facilities (November 2016)
WOCN Society Supports New York State Legislation on Ostomy Supplies (June 2016)
AHRQ Request for Information on LECVD Treatment (June 2016)
CMS Proposing Significant Changes To Surgical Dressings Coverage (November 2015)

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