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Introduced
12/11/2023
12/11/2023
In Committee
12/11/2023
12/11/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to clarify the application of the in-office ancillary services exception to the physician self-referral prohibition for drugs furnished under the Medicare program.
AI Summary
This bill, the Seniors' Access to Critical Medications Act of 2023, aims to amend the Social Security Act to clarify the application of the in-office ancillary services exception to the physician self-referral prohibition for drugs furnished under the Medicare program. Specifically, it removes the requirement that such drugs and supplies must be furnished in accordance with certain criteria to qualify for this exception. Additionally, the bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to remove previously published FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) that prohibited or sought to prohibit the arrangement described in the amendment.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 12/11/2023)
Bill Topics
Health
- ‐ Health Insurance Reform
- ‐ Regulation of Doctors and Health Facilities
- ‐ Regulation of Drug Industry and Pharmacies
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3458/all-info | 12/12/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s3458/BILLS-118s3458is.pdf | 01/04/2024 |
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