Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2013
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (13 Feb 2013): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S715)
What this bill does
This bill, S. 323, aims to change how Medicare covers immunosuppressive drugs for kidney transplant patients. Specifically, it proposes to extend Medicare coverage for these drugs beyond the current 36-month limit for individuals who have received a kidney transplant.
The bill would allow individuals who have had a kidney transplant and whose primary Medicare coverage has ended to enroll in Medicare Part B solely to receive coverage for immunosuppressive drugs. This new enrollment option would be available starting January 1, 2014. The bill also outlines how enrollment periods, coverage start dates, and premiums would be handled for these individuals.
S. 323 was introduced in the Senate in February 2013 during the 113th Congress. It was referred to the Committee on Finance but did not receive a vote and was not advanced for further consideration. As it was introduced in a previous session of Congress, it would need to be reintroduced and go through the legislative process again to be considered.
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Official summary
Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2013 - Amends title II (Old Age, Survivors and Disability Benefits) (OASDI) of the Social Security Act (SSA) to extend the months of coverage of immunosuppressive drugs for kidney transplant patients.
Amends SSA title XVIII (Medicare) to make eligible for enrollment in Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance), solely for the purpose of such drug coverage, every individual whose insurance benefits under Medicare part A (Hospital Insurance) have ended by reason of a kidney transplant or the end of any requirement for a regular course of dialysis.
Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to determine a monthly premium rate for such individuals equal to 35% of the monthly actuarial rate for enrollees age 65 and over. Prescribes a formula for detemination of a government contribution to such a premium.
Timeline
13 Feb 2013
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S715)
Common questions
- What does S. 323 do?
- This bill, S. 323, aims to change how Medicare covers immunosuppressive drugs for kidney transplant patients. Specifically, it proposes to extend Medicare coverage for these drugs beyond the current 36-month limit for individuals who have received a kidney transplant. The bill would allow individuals who have had a kidney transplant and whose primary Medicare coverage has ended to enroll in Medicare Part B solely to receive coverage for immunosuppressive drugs. This new enrollment option would be available starting January 1, 2014. The bill also outlines how enrollment periods, coverage start dates, and premiums would be handled for these individuals. S. 323 was introduced in the Senate in February 2013 during the 113th Congress. It was referred to the Committee on Finance but did not receive a vote and was not advanced for further consideration. As it was introduced in a previous session of Congress, it would need to be reintroduced and go through the legislative process again to be considered.
- Has S. 323 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 323. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 323?
- S. 323 was sponsored by Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL), with 18 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 323?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S715) (13 Feb 2013).
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