Bill Overview
Title: National Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Clearinghouse Act of 2022
Description: This bill establishes a clearinghouse for information (e.g., best practices and research) about concussions and traumatic brain injuries for medical professionals, patients, and other stakeholders. The Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must maintain the clearinghouse.
Sponsors: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Target Audience
Population: Individuals affected by concussions and traumatic brain injuries
Estimated Size: 15000000
- The bill will impact individuals who have suffered or are at risk of suffering concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI), as they and their healthcare providers will have access to better information and resources.
- This includes athletes, military personnel, victims of accidents, and patients with conditions leading to TBIs.
- The target population will also include families and caregivers of individuals with concussions and TBIs, who require information to assist in care and management.
- Healthcare providers who treat concussions and TBIs will benefit from improved access to best practices, affecting the quality of care for millions of patients worldwide.
Reasoning
- The policy primarily benefits individuals prone to concussions and TBIs, so the sample should include athletes, military personnel, and accident victims.
- Medical professionals will benefit indirectly through access to better information, so they can be included as a perspective on improved care quality.
- People with indirect involvement, such as family members or caregivers, will also have insights into the policy's impact on their lives.
- Some individuals within the population may not directly benefit from the clearinghouse due to other social or medical barriers, representing the 'low' or 'none' impact group.
- Budget constraints limit the operational scope, meaning not all subgroups can be equally served, and localization may vary.
- The policy budget allows us to cover a significant number of the directly affected population over time, but initial reach might be limited.
Simulated Interviews
Professional Football Player (Texas)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Access to a national clearinghouse would provide my healthcare team with up-to-date best practices, possibly reducing recovery time.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Military Combat Veteran (New York)
Age: 36 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Having access to centralized information would significantly help veterans like me to access better care and resources.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 4 |
Research Scientist (California)
Age: 42 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The clearinghouse will streamline access to research and could lead to more rapid advancements in treatment methods.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 4 |
Construction Worker (Illinois)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Other workers in my situation could greatly benefit from more accessible information on managing TBI.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 4 |
Stay-at-home Parent (Florida)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A centralized resource would make it easier for families like ours to find reliable information on treatment options.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
General Practitioner (Ohio)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Such a resource would enhance my practice by embedding the latest guidelines and treatment updates.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Retired Office Worker (Colorado)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A clearinghouse might help caregivers by providing clearer insights and expectations for managing long-term TBI effects.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
School Nurse (New Jersey)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The clearinghouse could greatly assist school staff in recognizing TBIs early and managing them properly.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
ER Nurse (Michigan)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- A central resource would improve the speed and accuracy of care we provide in high-pressure situations.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Community Health Advocate (Washington)
Age: 50 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could become a valuable tool in advocating for better patient outcomes in TBI treatment strategies across our communities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 4 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $15000000 (Low: $12000000, High: $18000000)
Year 2: $12000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $15000000)
Year 3: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $13000000)
Year 5: $8000000 (Low: $7000000, High: $10000000)
Year 10: $6000000 (Low: $5000000, High: $8000000)
Year 100: $1000000 (Low: $1000000, High: $3000000)
Key Considerations
- The extent of technological upgrades required for the clearinghouse infrastructure.
- Potential legal and data privacy concerns regarding sensitive health information.
- The degree to which healthcare professionals and patients utilize the information provided.
- Rate of advancements in traumatic brain injury research and their integration into the clearinghouse.