HR 5200
PSA Screening for HIM Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Prostate-Specific Antigen Screening for High-risk Insured Men Act, requires group health plans and health insurance issuers to cover prostate cancer screenings for men considered high-risk, including African-American men and those with a family history of the disease, without requiring cost-sharing. The legislation aims to improve early detection rates and reduce mortality by addressing disparities in screening practices and research gaps, particularly concerning African-American men. It updates existing requirements to align with recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and other medical organizations.
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Primary sponsor
Bobby L. Rush
Cosponsors
Albio Sires
Alcee L. Hastings
Anthony G. Brown
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