The
LA Times recently released an article on healthcare industry political
lobbying. Here are some key findings from the report:
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Pharmaceutical manufacturing spent
$148,047,760 on lobbying in 2015.
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Hospitals and nursing homes spent
$93,592,884 on lobbying in 2015.
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Health professionals (including
physician groups) spent $89,928,202.
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Health services/insurers/HMOs spent
$74,356,196 on lobbying in 2015.
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In 2016 pharmaceutical companies
contributed over $17 million to campaigns.
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The top recipient of industry money
was Paul Ryan who received $230,000+.
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Source:
LA Times, November 15, 2016
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