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Streamlining Medicare Payments for Lab Tests and Reducing Red Tape

This act aims to improve how Medicare pays for common laboratory tests by introducing statistical sampling instead of collecting data from all labs. This will reduce administrative burdens for laboratories and may affect the stability of test prices, indirectly impacting healthcare access and costs for citizens using Medicare.
Key points
Changes in data collection: Medicare will use statistical sampling for widely available lab tests, aiming to reduce bureaucracy for laboratories.
Delayed and changed reporting frequency: Data reporting deadlines for laboratories will be postponed, and the reporting frequency will change from every three years to every four years.
New payment change limits: Annual caps on Medicare payment reductions and increases for lab tests are introduced to ensure greater price stability.
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Print number: 118_HR_1835
Sponsor: Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9]
Process start date: 2023-03-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1835.

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 2023-03-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Changes in data collection: Medicare will use statistical sampling for widely available lab tests, aiming to reduce bureaucracy for laboratories.
  • Delayed and changed reporting frequency: Data reporting deadlines for laboratories will be postponed, and the reporting frequency will change from every three years to every four years.
  • New payment change limits: Annual caps on Medicare payment reductions and increases for lab tests are introduced to ensure greater price stability.
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. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9].

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 2025-12-24.

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