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Improved Access to Pharmacies for Seniors under Medicare

This act aims to make it easier for seniors using Medicare to access pharmacies, especially in underserved areas. It ensures that pharmacies in such locations can more easily join the Medicare network and introduces rules for fair reimbursement of pharmacies for medications. This should give seniors more pharmacy choices and ensure pharmacies are fairly compensated.
Key points
Pharmacies in medically underserved or rural areas can more easily join the Medicare pharmacy network, increasing access to medications for seniors.
Medicare insurers must ensure fair reimbursement for pharmacies for medications, not less than what pharmacies affiliated with pharmacy benefit managers receive.
Full transparency in pharmacy payment settlements is required, meaning pharmacies will receive detailed information on all payment components for medications.
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Print number: 117_HR_2608
Sponsor: Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Seniors Access to Local Pharmacies Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2608.

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 2021-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pharmacies in medically underserved or rural areas can more easily join the Medicare pharmacy network, increasing access to medications for seniors.
  • Medicare insurers must ensure fair reimbursement for pharmacies for medications, not less than what pharmacies affiliated with pharmacy benefit managers receive.
  • Full transparency in pharmacy payment settlements is required, meaning pharmacies will receive detailed information on all payment components for medications.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large].

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 2025-12-27.

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