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S.1164: Colon Cancer Screen for Life Act of 2007
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced April 19, 2007
- Latest Major Action April 19, 2007
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
21 (11 Democrats, 2 Independent Democrats, 9 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Colon Cancer Screen for Life Act of 2007 - Expresses the sense of the Congress with respect to the use of and reimbursement for colorectal cancer screening tests covered under the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security Act (SSA).Amends SSA title XVIII to: (1) increase Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance) reimbursement for colorectal cancer screening and diagnostic tests; (2) cover an outpatient office visit or...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| April 19, 2007 |
Introduced in the Senate by Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.) |