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Easier Access to Home Infusion Therapy for Seniors

This act aims to simplify access to home infusion therapy for individuals covered by Medicare. Changes include expanding covered services and allowing nurse practitioners and physician assistants to oversee treatment plans, potentially leading to greater convenience and flexibility in home healthcare.
Key points
Medicare will cover pharmacy services as part of home infusion therapy, reducing financial burdens for patients.
Payments for infusion drugs will be based on the day the drug was administered, regardless of the physical presence of medical staff, simplifying billing.
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants will be able to establish and review home infusion care plans, increasing access to care and easing the burden on physicians.
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Additional Information
Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act
Print number: S 2652
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Process start date: 2021-08-05