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- H.R.1220
H.R.1220: Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2015
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 3, 2015
- Latest Major Action March 27, 2015
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
289 (159 Democrats, 130 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2015 This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to waive coinsurance for colorectal cancer screening tests (in order to cover 100% of their cost under Medicare part B [Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for the Aged and Disabled]), regardless of the code billed for a diagnosis as a result of a test, or for the removal of tissue or other procedure furnished...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 27, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 6, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 3, 2015 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| March 3, 2015 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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| March 3, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Charlie Dent (R-Pa.) |