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

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.