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No More Copays for Chronic Condition Preventive Care

This act aims to eliminate additional fees (copays) for selected preventive care and screenings for individuals with chronic conditions. This means people with conditions like diabetes or heart disease will have easier access to important medical services, potentially preventing their conditions from worsening and avoiding more expensive treatments later.
Key points
Health insurers will not be able to charge extra fees for selected preventive services for individuals with chronic conditions.
The act covers conditions including heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, hypertension, asthma, liver disease, bleeding disorders, and depression.
The list of conditions and services will be updated every three years to reflect the latest medical knowledge.
The changes will take effect one year after the act's enactment, impacting health plans and insurance coverage.
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Print number: 117_HR_4371
Sponsor: Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14]
Process start date: 2021-07-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Chronic Condition Copay Elimination Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4371.

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 2021-07-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Health insurers will not be able to charge extra fees for selected preventive services for individuals with chronic conditions.
  • The act covers conditions including heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, hypertension, asthma, liver disease, bleeding disorders, and depression.
  • The list of conditions and services will be updated every three years to reflect the latest medical knowledge.
  • The changes will take effect one year after the act's enactment, impacting health plans and insurance coverage.
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. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14].

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 2025-12-28.

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