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Study on Expanding Medicare Coverage to Services in the Philippines

This bill directs a study to assess the feasibility and financial impact of extending Medicare coverage to medical services provided in the Philippines. The goal is to determine if U.S. citizens eligible for Medicare could receive healthcare in the Philippines, potentially affecting their access to services and treatment costs.
Key points
Mandates a study on the feasibility and financial effects of expanding Medicare coverage to services in the Philippines.
The report will estimate potential cost savings for Medicare from 2025-2034 compared to U.S. treatment costs.
The report will also identify necessary legislative and administrative changes for such an expansion.
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Print number: 118_HR_7442
Sponsor: Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large]
Process start date: 2024-02-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Philippine Medicare Portability Study Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7442.

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 2024-02-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates a study on the feasibility and financial effects of expanding Medicare coverage to services in the Philippines.
  • The report will estimate potential cost savings for Medicare from 2025-2034 compared to U.S. treatment costs.
  • The report will also identify necessary legislative and administrative changes for such an expansion.
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 Del. Moylan, James C. [R-GU-At Large].

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 2025-12-25.

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