S 1816
Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:33 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025, aims to reduce delays in Medicare Advantage plans by requiring a standardized electronic prior authorization process for certain items and services. It mandates that plans establish this system, meet enrollee protection standards, and provide transparent data on prior authorization decisions. The bill also seeks to improve the speed of responses to these requests and increase the availability of information to patients and providers about the prior authorization process.
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