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The text of H.R. 3200, section 1233 can be found here (http://tinyurl.com/nnzxtx).
We need to take the issue back from those who have hijacked it in order to torpedo health care reform. Many elder law attorneys have advanced directives tailored for Catholics, Christian Scientists, Orthodox Jews, etc., etc., which reflect a given faith's particular teachings. The bill simply encourages these voluntary discussions by ensuring that Medicare will pay for them every five years.