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Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2024
12/19/2024, 9:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8702
Bill 118 HR 8702, also known as the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act of 2024, aims to address issues related to seniors' access to healthcare services. The bill focuses on reducing delays in care for Medicare beneficiaries by implementing new regulations for Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Part D prescription drug plans.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a maximum allowable time frame for Medicare Advantage plans to make coverage determinations for healthcare services. This is intended to ensure that seniors receive timely access to necessary medical treatments without unnecessary delays.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve transparency and accountability in Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. This includes requirements for plans to provide clear and easily understandable information to beneficiaries about their coverage and costs, as well as provisions for monitoring and reporting on plan performance. Overall, the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act of 2024 seeks to enhance the quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries by addressing issues related to access and transparency in Medicare Advantage and Part D plans. The bill aims to ensure that seniors receive timely and appropriate healthcare services, ultimately improving their overall health outcomes.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a maximum allowable time frame for Medicare Advantage plans to make coverage determinations for healthcare services. This is intended to ensure that seniors receive timely access to necessary medical treatments without unnecessary delays.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve transparency and accountability in Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. This includes requirements for plans to provide clear and easily understandable information to beneficiaries about their coverage and costs, as well as provisions for monitoring and reporting on plan performance. Overall, the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act of 2024 seeks to enhance the quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries by addressing issues related to access and transparency in Medicare Advantage and Part D plans. The bill aims to ensure that seniors receive timely and appropriate healthcare services, ultimately improving their overall health outcomes.
Current Status of Bill HR 8702
Bill HR 8702 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2024. Bill HR 8702 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2024. Bill HR 8702's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8702
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
166Democrat Cosponsors
99Republican Cosponsors
67Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8702
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8702
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish requirements with respect to the use of prior authorization under Medicare Advantage plans.
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish requirements with respect to the use of prior authorization under Medicare Advantage plans.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8702
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