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Medicare Home Infusion: Ensuring Full Access for Patients

This resolution urges Medicare to ensure full access to home infusion therapy, a safe and cost-effective treatment. It clarifies that Medicare payments should cover every day a patient receives medication at home, not just when a healthcare professional is physically present, making it easier for beneficiaries to get necessary care at home.
Key points
Ensures Medicare covers home infusion therapy for every day medication is administered, without requiring a professional's presence.
Aims to make home infusion therapy more accessible, allowing patients to receive vital treatments safely and conveniently at home.
Supports patients with chronic conditions like cancer or heart failure to maintain their daily lives while receiving care.
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Additional Information
Print number: 116_HCONRES_63
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16]
Process start date: 2019-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of Congress that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services should take action to ensure that home infusion therapy services are accessible to all Medicare beneficiaries.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 116_HCONRES_63.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2019-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensures Medicare covers home infusion therapy for every day medication is administered, without requiring a professional's presence.
  • Aims to make home infusion therapy more accessible, allowing patients to receive vital treatments safely and conveniently at home.
  • Supports patients with chronic conditions like cancer or heart failure to maintain their daily lives while receiving care.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-03.

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