Chronic Care Management Improvement Act of 2026

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Explore the details of House Bill 8261 Chronic Care Management Improvement Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/12/2026, 8:07 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8261

The bill titled "To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to remove cost-sharing responsibilities for chronic care management services under the Medicare program," designated as H.R. 8261 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 14, 2026, aims to eliminate cost-sharing duties for chronic care management services within the Medicare program.

Congressional Summary of HR 8261

Chronic Care Management Improvement Act of 2026

This bill eliminates cost-sharing for chronic care management services under Medicare.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8261

Bill HR 8261 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 14, 2026. Bill HR 8261 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 14, 2026. Bill HR 8261'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 April 14, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8261

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8261

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to remove cost-sharing responsibilities for chronic care management services under the Medicare program.