A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to establish policies that would provide greater access to blood transfusions for hospice patients with blood cancer.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution urges the United States Congress to create policies that would increase access to blood transfusions for hospice patients diagnosed with blood cancer. Currently, Medicare reimbursement rates for hospice care do not adequately cover the cost of these transfusions, which are crucial for symptom relief and improving the quality of life for patients at the end of their lives. The resolution highlights a misconception about the role of transfusions and the need for a more equitable reimbursement system.
Key provisions
- Urges the U.S. Congress to establish policies regarding blood transfusions for hospice patients with blood cancer.
- Addresses the current inadequate Medicare reimbursement rates for hospice care.
- Recognizes blood transfusions as a palliative care measure, not a treatment for blood cancer.
- Calls for a potential model allowing separate payment for blood transfusions from hospice per diem payments.
- Directs the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to explore a model for improved reimbursement.
- Requests that the resolution be sent to Congressional leaders and Pennsylvania’s representatives.
Who is affected
- Hospice patients with blood cancer
- Medicare beneficiaries
- Hospice care providers
- Members of Congress
- Patients receiving end-of-life care
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Danielle Friel Otten
G. Roni Green
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