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H.R.5009: Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act of 2016
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced April 20, 2016
- Latest Major Action May 5, 2016
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (11 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act of 2016 This bill amends titles XVIII (Medicare) and XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to modify provisions related to coverage and payment for certain breakthrough medical devices under the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Specifically, with respect to such devices, the bill: (1) provides for transitional coverage; (2) establishes accelerated processes for determining...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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May 5, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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April 22, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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April 20, 2016 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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April 20, 2016 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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April 20, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Charles Boustany Jr. (R-La.) |