HR. 1620In Committee
Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act
Expands Medicare Medicaid and CHIP coverage for genomic cancer testing and requires public and physician education on genetic counseling
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Expands Medicare Medicaid and CHIP coverage for genomic cancer testing and requires public and physician education on genetic counseling
Key points
- Establish genomic testing education program
- Require coverage of genomic tests
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-02-26 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedCancerHealthHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth promotion and preventive careMedicaidMedical tests and diagnostic methods