The president's bill also calls for medical liability reform and more cost sharing by Part D enrollees.

Health IT coordinator's office would see an increase, but funding would be flat for the agency that tests technology's potential for patient care.

Louisiana State University, which runs the state public hospital system, said it is doing all it can to rebuild access to care.

Physicians worry that a lawsuit will hurt competition and continuity of care.

The review said research shows that caps reduce insurers' claim payouts, meaning lower rates for physicians.