Equitable Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act

Hozzl · 2025-08-06T04:38:21Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2426 Equitable Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

8/6/2025, 4:38 AM

Summary of Bill S 2426

This bill, introduced in the 119th Congress, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to enable pharmacy payment for specific services.

Congressional Summary of S 2426

Equitable Community Access to Pharmacist Services Act

This bill provides for permanent coverage under Medicare of certain pharmacist services.

Specifically, the bill provides for permanent coverage of testing and treatment services provided by pharmacists relating to (1) COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat); and (2) other public health needs in relation to a declared public health emergency. (Similar authorities were temporarily granted during the COVID-19 public health emergency.) Such services must be provided in accordance with the applicable state laws governing pharmacists' scope of practice.

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Current Status of Bill S 2426

Bill S 2426 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 24, 2025. Bill S 2426 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on July 24, 2025. Bill S 2426's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of July 24, 2025