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Medicare Changes: No Call Recording for Independent Agents

This bill amends the rules for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit programs. Starting January 1, 2023, independent agents and brokers will no longer be required to record phone calls with beneficiaries of these programs. This means interactions with these agents might be less formal, but it could also affect how information is documented.
Key points
Independent agents and brokers selling Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug plans are no longer required to record calls with beneficiaries.
This change applies to plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2023.
It may impact how information is communicated and documented during health insurance discussions.
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Print number: 117_S_5149
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2022-11-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exclude independent agents and brokers from requirement to record calls with beneficiaries under the Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Benefit programs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5149.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-11-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Independent agents and brokers selling Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug plans are no longer required to record calls with beneficiaries.
  • This change applies to plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2023.
  • It may impact how information is communicated and documented during health insurance discussions.
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. Rounds, Mike [R-SD].

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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