Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-28T05:23:21Z

Explore the details of House Bill 842 Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/28/2025, 5:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 842

Bill 119 HR 842, also known as the "Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act," aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for multi-cancer early detection screening tests under Medicare.

The bill proposes that Medicare, the federal health insurance program for individuals aged 65 and older, should cover the costs of multi-cancer early detection screening tests. These tests are designed to detect a wide range of cancers at an early stage, when they are more treatable and have a higher chance of successful outcomes.

By expanding Medicare coverage to include these screening tests, the bill seeks to improve access to early detection and potentially life-saving treatments for individuals at risk of developing various types of cancer. This could lead to earlier diagnoses, better treatment options, and ultimately, improved health outcomes for Medicare beneficiaries. The bill does not specify which specific multi-cancer early detection screening tests would be covered under Medicare, but it does outline the general goal of expanding coverage to include these important preventive measures. Overall, Bill 119 HR 842 represents a bipartisan effort to enhance Medicare coverage and improve cancer detection and treatment options for older Americans. It underscores the importance of early detection in the fight against cancer and aims to make these vital screening tests more accessible to Medicare beneficiaries.

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Current Status of Bill HR 842

Bill HR 842 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2025. Bill HR 842 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025. Bill HR 842's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 31, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 842

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Total Number of Cosponsors

342

Democrat Cosponsors

169

Republican Cosponsors

173

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 842

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 842

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicare coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests.To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicare coverage of multi-cancer early detection screening tests.

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