Advisory Committee on Interdisciplinary, Community-Based Linkages

The Advisory Committee on Interdisciplinary, Community-Based Linkages (ACICBL) gives advice and recommendations to the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). 

We review policies and programs authorized under Part D of Title VII of the Public Health Services (PHS) Act, which includes: 

  • Chiropractic medicine
  • Geriatric medicine
  • Mental and behavioral health
  • Pain care
  • Patient safety
  • Podiatry
  • Rural health

ACICBL submits an annual report to the HHS Secretary and Congress with findings and recommendations for Part D of Title VII of the PHS Act. The report outlines recommended funding levels, performance measures, and guidelines for long-term program evaluation.

Authority

The Advisory Committee on Interdisciplinary, Community-Based Linkages (Advisory Committee) is authorized by Section 757 (42 U.S.C. 294f) of the Public Health Service (PHS) Act, as amended by the Affordable Care Act, P.L. 111-148.

The Advisory Committee follows the standards set by the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) of 1972 (5 U.S.C. Appendix 2), as amended, which sets forth standards for the formation and use of advisory committees.

Contact us

Email Angela Young - Designated Federal Officer

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