To amend titles XVIII and XIX to provide for coverage at no cost sharing of COVID-19 testing under the Medicaid program and Children's Health Insurance Program.

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Explore the details of House Bill 6244 To amend titles XVIII and XIX to provide for coverage at no cost sharing of COVID-19 testing under the Medicaid program and Children's Health Insurance Program. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:16 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 6244

This bill requires COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) testing and related visits to be covered without cost-sharing under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and Medicaid during the public health emergency declared on January 31, 2020.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6244

Bill HR 6244 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2020. Bill HR 6244 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on March 12, 2020. Bill HR 6244's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 12, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6244

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6244

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Child health

- Emergency medical services and trauma care

- Health care costs and insurance

- Health care coverage and access

- Infectious and parasitic diseases

- Medicaid

- Medical tests and diagnostic methods

- State and local finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6244

To amend titles XVIII and XIX to provide for coverage at no cost sharing of COVID-19 testing under the Medicaid program and Children's Health Insurance Program.