Greg Simon
Greg Simon
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Greg Simon is a renowned American lawyer, lobbyist, and politician who has made significant contributions to the field of healthcare policy.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: May 9, 1951 (age 72)
Still active in public life as of this writing
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American
Lawyer
Lobbyist
Politician
Early Life and Background
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Greg Simon was born on May 9, 1951. Growing up, he developed a strong interest in politics and public service. He pursued his passion by studying law at the Georgetown University Law Center.
Simon began his career as a lawyer, working for several prominent law firms in Washington D.C. His experience in healthcare policy led him to join the American Hospital Association (AHA), where he served as the organization's chief lobbyist from 1986 to 1993.
Major Accomplishments
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During his tenure at AHA, Simon played a key role in shaping healthcare policy. He was instrumental in passing several significant laws, including:
1. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990: This legislation established a new Medicare prospective payment system for hospital services.
2. The State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP): Simon worked closely with lawmakers to create this program, which provided health coverage to millions of low-income children.
Notable Works or Actions
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In addition to his work at AHA, Simon has served as the president and CEO of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) since 1999. Under his leadership, BIO has become one of the most influential trade organizations in the world.
Simon has also been involved in several high-profile campaigns, including:
The AIDS Action Alliance: He co-founded this organization to advocate for increased funding and research into HIV/AIDS.
The Cancer Leadership Council: Simon chairs this coalition, which works to improve cancer prevention and treatment options.
Impact and Legacy
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Greg Simon's dedication to healthcare policy has left a lasting impact on the field. His work has improved the lives of millions of Americans, from children covered under SCHIP to patients living with HIV/AIDS.
Simon continues to be a respected voice in Washington D.C., offering expert advice to lawmakers and policymakers. His legacy serves as a testament to the power of effective advocacy and public service.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Greg Simon is widely quoted and remembered for his tireless efforts to improve healthcare policy. His expertise, combined with his passion for public service, has earned him a reputation as one of the most influential figures in Washington D.C.
Simon's commitment to advocacy has inspired countless others to follow in his footsteps. He remains an important figure in the world of healthcare policy, and his contributions continue to shape the field today.
Quotes by Greg Simon
I don't really believe our athletes are aware of the effect of steroids. I think we should require every student athlete to attend a class to educate them about the damage of steroid use.
None of the airlines involved required a contract or any written guarantee of payment before sending their planes and volunteer crews. One official said if Gore promised to pay, that was good enough for them.
Young people propose ambitious projects that may not work, so they don't get funded. Everybody else is proposing something where they've already done 90 percent of the work. It's one reason why progress is so incremental.
People should be closely monitored, but not because these drugs are especially risky. The real problem in the treatment of depression is that people start medicine and the medicine has side effects or the medicine doesn't work right away, and they get discouraged and they drop out.
The situation was dire and becoming worse by the minute -- food and water running out, no power, 4 feet of water surrounding the hospital and ... corpses outside,
The risk of a serious suicide attempt in people who start taking antidepressant medication is, fortunately, quite low -- less than one in 1,000. The risk actually goes down after people start antidepressant medication.
astonished that a high public official would put the federal government at the service of a massive communications company.
Most health plans already devote significant attention and resources to formulary decisions. It is our hope that formulary committees and other decision makers focus on important questions and ask for the right kinds of evidence.
