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US S4204

US S4204
Medicare for All Act of 2022


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Introduced
05/12/2022
In Committee
05/12/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To establish a Medicare-for-all national health insurance program.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a Medicare for All national health insurance program. Key provisions include: This bill establishes a national health insurance program to provide comprehensive health coverage for all U.S. residents, with no patient cost-sharing except for some prescription drug costs. It prohibits private insurers from selling duplicate coverage and requires providers to participate in the program. The bill also expands Medicare benefits to include dental, vision, and hearing services, and eliminates the 24-month waiting period for Medicare coverage for individuals with disabilities. It creates a temporary Medicare buy-in option and a public Medicare Transition plan to help facilitate the transition to the new system. The bill also includes provisions to monitor and address health care disparities.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 05/12/2022)

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