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- H.R.1070
H.R.1070: Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2013
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 12, 2013
- Latest Major Action April 10, 2013
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
159 (115 Democrats, 44 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2013 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to waive coinsurance for colorectal cancer screening tests (thus covering 100% of their cost under Medicare part B [Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for the Aged and Disabled]).
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 10, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 15, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 12, 2013 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| March 12, 2013 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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| March 12, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Charlie Dent (R-Pa.) |