Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act

Senate Bill 3457 - Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-02-09T00:41:24Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3457 Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 12:41 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3457

Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act

This bill specifically includes pharmacy services and certain self-administered drugs as part of covered home infusion therapy under Medicare, and specifies that certain payment components still apply regardless of whether or not a qualified supplier is physically present in the beneficiary's home.

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Current Status of Bill S 3457

Bill S 3457 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2020. Bill S 3457 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the Senate on March 12, 2020. Bill S 3457's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of March 12, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3457

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3457

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Drug therapy

- Health care coverage and access

- Home and outpatient care

- Medicare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3457

Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to clarify congressional intent and preserve patient access to home infusion therapy under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.