To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to clarify the policy for coverage under the Medicare program for palliative dialysis services, and clarify separate payment for such palliative dialysis services, furnished by renal dialysis facilities and providers of services to certain individuals electing hospice care, and for other purposes.

4/21/2026, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8376

H.R. 8376, introduced in the 119th Congress on April 20, 2026, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide clarification on Medicare coverage for palliative dialysis services. The bill specifically addresses separate payment for such services offered by renal dialysis facilities and providers of services to individuals opting for hospice care.

Current Status of Bill HR 8376

Bill HR 8376 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2026. Bill HR 8376 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 20, 2026. Bill HR 8376'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 April 20, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8376

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8376

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8376

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to clarify the policy for coverage under the Medicare program for palliative dialysis services, and clarify separate payment for such palliative dialysis services, furnished by renal dialysis facilities and providers of services to certain individuals electing hospice care, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8376

Mike Kelly

PennsylvaniaRepublican

Suzan K. DelBene

WashingtonDemocrat

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