H4425
An Act relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to expand Medicare coverage to include individuals with end-stage renal disease. It aims to ensure that Medicare beneficiaries diagnosed with this condition receive necessary medical care and treatment. The legislation proposes changes to Medicare policies to better support individuals managing end-stage renal disease, potentially improving their access to care and quality of life. It is modeled after similar legislation, S.2737 and H.2435.
Key provisions
- Expands Medicare coverage for individuals with end-stage renal disease.
- Aims to improve access to treatment and care for this population.
- Likely involves adjustments to Medicare reimbursement policies.
- Addresses the healthcare needs of individuals diagnosed with end-stage renal disease.
Who is affected
- Medicare beneficiaries
- Individuals with end-stage renal disease
- Healthcare providers
- The Medicare system
Notable changes
- Potential changes to Medicare reimbursement rates for renal disease treatment.
- May broaden the criteria for Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease.
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Primary sponsor
Thomas M. Stanley
Cosponsors
Brian W. Murray
Jessica Ann Giannino
Thomas M. Stanley
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Bill H.4425 194th (Current)
An Act relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease
By Representative Stanley of Waltham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Thomas M. Stanley relative to Medicare coverage of end-stage renal disease. Health Care Financing.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Thomas M. Stanley Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Health Care Financing
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4425
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 8/7/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 8/14/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 8/18/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 1/5/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 01/15/2026 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 3/18/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026 |
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