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Improved Medicare Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Seniors

This act aims to improve access to bone density tests for individuals covered by Medicare. It increases the minimum payment amounts for these tests, encouraging medical facilities to offer them. This will allow more people to detect osteoporosis early and prevent fractures, improving quality of life and reducing treatment costs.
Key points
Increases minimum payments for bone density (DXA) tests under Medicare starting in 2022.
Aims to improve test accessibility for seniors and help prevent osteoporosis-related fractures.
Changes are intended to reduce hospitalizations and treatment costs from untreated osteoporosis.
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Print number: 117_S_1943
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Process start date: 2021-05-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Increasing Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1943.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases minimum payments for bone density (DXA) tests under Medicare starting in 2022.
  • Aims to improve test accessibility for seniors and help prevent osteoporosis-related fractures.
  • Changes are intended to reduce hospitalizations and treatment costs from untreated osteoporosis.
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 Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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