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S.1454: Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced July 29, 2011
- Latest Major Action July 29, 2011
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
21 (17 Democrats, 1 Independent, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011 - Amends title II (Old Age, Survivors and Disability Benefits) (OASDI) of the Social Security Act (SSA) to extend the months of coverage of immunosuppressive drugs for kidney transplant patients. Amends SSA title XVIII (Medicare) to make eligible for enrollment in Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance), solely for the purpose of such drug...
(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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| July 29, 2011 |
Introduced in the Senate by Richard J. Durbin (D-Ill.) |