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Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025

6/4/2025, 7:14 PM

Summary of Bill S 1640

This bill, designated as S. 1640 in the 119th Congress, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to enhance assistance provided to physicians and other practitioners in adapting to modifications in Medicare payment structures. Introduced on May 7, 2025, the bill focuses on increasing support for healthcare providers as they navigate changes in Medicare reimbursement policies.

Current Status of Bill S 1640

Bill S 1640 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 7, 2025. Bill S 1640 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 7, 2025.  Bill S 1640's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of May 7, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1640

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
6
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1640

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1640

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase support for physicians and other practitioners in adjusting to Medicare payment changes.
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase support for physicians and other practitioners in adjusting to Medicare payment changes.

Comments

Madilynn Kane profile image

Madilynn Kane

408

7 months ago

I don't like this bill. It's gonna mess things up for me and my doctor. It's just not fair.

Roman Atkins profile image

Roman Atkins

455

6 months ago

I can't believe they passed this bill. It's going to mess everything up for me and my family. I don't know what they were thinking when they approved it. This is just going to make things worse for everyone. #disappointed