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To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to exclude providers of certain abortion services from participation in the Medicare program.
2/15/2025, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1349
Bill 119 HR 1349, also known as the "Medicare Provider Exclusion Act," aims to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to prevent providers of certain abortion services from participating in the Medicare program. The bill specifically targets healthcare providers who offer abortion services, excluding them from receiving reimbursement through Medicare.
If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for healthcare providers who offer abortion services, as they would no longer be able to receive payment for these services through Medicare. This could potentially limit access to abortion services for Medicare beneficiaries, as providers may choose to stop offering these services in order to continue participating in the Medicare program.
Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund abortion services, and that providers who offer these services should not be eligible to receive reimbursement through Medicare. However, opponents of the bill argue that it could restrict access to essential healthcare services for Medicare beneficiaries, particularly those who rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1349 raises important questions about the intersection of healthcare and politics, and the potential impact of legislation on access to healthcare services for vulnerable populations. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill and consider the potential implications for Medicare beneficiaries and healthcare providers.
If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for healthcare providers who offer abortion services, as they would no longer be able to receive payment for these services through Medicare. This could potentially limit access to abortion services for Medicare beneficiaries, as providers may choose to stop offering these services in order to continue participating in the Medicare program.
Supporters of the bill argue that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund abortion services, and that providers who offer these services should not be eligible to receive reimbursement through Medicare. However, opponents of the bill argue that it could restrict access to essential healthcare services for Medicare beneficiaries, particularly those who rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1349 raises important questions about the intersection of healthcare and politics, and the potential impact of legislation on access to healthcare services for vulnerable populations. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill and consider the potential implications for Medicare beneficiaries and healthcare providers.
Congressional Summary of HR 1349
Women’s Protection in Telehealth Act
This bill excludes providers of abortion-inducing drugs from participating in Medicare unless the provider is a physician who physically examines the patient, is physically present when the drug is administered, and schedules an in-person follow-up visit with the patient within 14 days of administering the drug.
Current Status of Bill HR 1349
Bill HR 1349 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1349 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1349's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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 February 13, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1349
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1349
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1349
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to exclude providers of certain abortion services from participation in the Medicare program.
To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to exclude providers of certain abortion services from participation in the Medicare program.
Comments

Derrick Robinson
975
1 year ago
I'm so happy about this bill! It's gonna make a big change for us. Can't wait to see how it all goes down.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1349
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