Restore Protections for Dialysis Patients Act

Bill 119 s 1173, also known as the Medicare Secondary Payer Act, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act in order to clarify and preserve the protections provided under the Medicare Secondary Payer Act. The Medicare Secondary Payer Act is a federal law that requires certain insurance plans to pay for medical expenses before Medicare does.

The bill seeks to ensure that the Medicare Secondary Payer Act continues to provide comprehensive protections for Medicare beneficiaries. This includes clarifying the responsibilities of insurance plans and healthcare providers in coordinating benefits with Medicare, as well as ensuring that Medicare remains the secondary payer in certain situations.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 s 1173 is to strengthen and uphold the Medicare Secondary Payer Act, ensuring that Medicare beneficiaries receive the benefits and protections they are entitled to under the law.