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Introduced
05/13/2019
05/13/2019
In Committee
05/13/2019
05/13/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of dental, vision, and hearing care under the Medicare and Medicaid programs. This bill provides for Medicare coverage of dental, vision, and hearing care. Coverage includes (1) routine dental cleanings and exams, basic and major dental services, emergency dental care, and dentures; (2) routine eye exams, eyeglasses, and contact lenses; and (3) routine hearing exams, hearing aids, and exams for hearing aids. With respect to such care, the bill establishes special payment rules, limitations, and coinsurance requirements. The bill also increases the Medicaid Federal Medical Assistance Percentage for dental, vision, and hearing services.
AI Summary
This bill provides for Medicare coverage of dental, vision, and hearing care. It establishes special payment rules, limitations, and coinsurance requirements for these services. The bill also increases the Medicaid Federal Medical Assistance Percentage for dental, vision, and hearing services provided to adults aged 21 and older.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 05/13/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/1423/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1423/BILLS-116s1423is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1423/BILLS-116s1423is.pdf.pdf |
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