Medicare Enrollment Protection Act

House Bill 2564 - Medicare Enrollment Protection Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-02-08T23:19:32Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2564 Medicare Enrollment Protection Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:19 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 2564

Medicare Enrollment Protection Act

This bill creates a special Medicare enrollment period for individuals enrolled in, or transitioning out of, continuation coverage under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)—a federal law that allows an individual to maintain health coverage following loss of coverage due to termination of employment or another qualifying event.

The bill exempts such individuals from certain monthly premium increases associated with delaying Medicare coverage.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2564

Bill HR 2564 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 7, 2019. Bill HR 2564 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on May 7, 2019. Bill HR 2564's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. as of September 9, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2564

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2564

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Employee benefits and pensions

- Employment discrimination and employee rights

- Health care costs and insurance

- Health care coverage and access

- Medicare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2564

Medicare Enrollment Protection Act

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for a special enrollment period under Medicare for individuals enrolled in COBRA continuation coverage, and for other purposes.

Medicare Enrollment Protection Act