The security of our private health information and the livelihood of American medical coders and billing professionals are under threat. Federal and state agencies, as well as private insurers processing Medicare and Medicaid claims, are increasingly subcontracting these critical services to offshore companies. This practice raises significant concerns about data security, patient privacy, and the outsourcing of well-paying American jobs.

**Why This Matters:**
1. **Patient Privacy at Risk** – Offshore subcontracting increases the risk of breaches and misuse of sensitive medical data, as foreign data protection laws often lack the rigorous safeguards required under U.S. regulations like HIPAA.
2. **Loss of American Jobs** – The outsourcing of medical coding and billing to other countries deprives skilled U.S. professionals of employment opportunities, undermining an industry that is vital to our healthcare system.
3. **Reduced Accountability** – When claims processing occurs overseas, oversight and regulatory enforcement become more challenging, increasing the likelihood of fraud, errors, and inefficiencies that can harm both patients and taxpayers.

We demand that U.S. lawmakers and federal agencies take immediate action to:
- Prohibit the offshore subcontracting of Medicare and Medicaid claims processing.
- Strengthen data security requirements to ensure that all claims processing remains within the U.S.
- Protect American jobs by prioritizing domestic employment in the medical coding and billing sector.

Join us in urging Congress and regulatory agencies to safeguard our healthcare system, protect patient data, and preserve American jobs. Sign this petition today to make your voice heard!