U.S. Congress - H.R.2969 Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011
H.R.2969 - Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for extended months of Medicare coverage of immunosuppressive drugs for kidney transplant patients and other renal dialysis provisions. view all titles (2)
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- Short: Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011 as introduced.
- Official: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for extended months of Medicare coverage of immunosuppressive drugs for kidney transplant patients and other renal dialysis provisions. as introduced.
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Official Summary
9/20/2011--Introduced.Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011 - 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 tranOfficial Summary
9/20/2011--Introduced.Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011 - 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....Read the Rest
Recent News Coverage
ASN Hill Day: Improving Kidney Care
ASN leaders urged Congress to do the following: •Pass pending legislation for lifetime coverage of anti-rejection drugs for transplant recipients, saving lives and dollars (HR2969); •Support and promote the programs necessary to eliminate disparities .
A truly INSANE aspect of our health care system!
You can read Senator Durbin's bill, S. 1454, here. The companion bill in the House, H.R. 2969, sponsored by Republican Representative (and physician) Michael Burgess can be seen here. One would think that with a Democratic lead sponsor in the ...
Penny Wise, Pound Foolish? Coverage Limits on Immunosuppression after Kidney Transplantation
The Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011 (H.R. 2969), currently before Congress, is a proposed amendment to the Social Security Act that would grant lifelong coverage for immunosuppressive medications to
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Brevard Times: Cocoa Beach Kidney Walk Raises Organ Donation ...
... the medications which are needed to prevent rejection. After three years, coverage is cancelled. I've cosponsored legislation to fix this problem (H.R. 2969), which will ultimately save lives and Medicare resources over time.” ...
Brevard Times: Cocoa Beach Kidney Walk Raises Organ Donation ...
... the medications which are needed to prevent rejection. After three years, coverage is cancelled. I've cosponsored legislation to fix this problem (H.R. 2969), which will ultimately save lives and Medicare resources over time.” ...
Brevard Times: Cocoa Beach Kidney Walk Raises Organ Donation ...
... the medications which are needed to prevent rejection. After three years, coverage is cancelled. I've cosponsored legislation to fix this problem (H.R. 2969), which will ultimately save lives and Medicare resources over time.” ...
Latest Letters to Congress
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H.R.2969 Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011
vlambertsen
February 15, 2012
I am writing as your constituent in the 23rd Congressional district of New York. I support H.R.2969 - Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
Sincerely,
Thomas Lambertsen -
H.R.2969 Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011
vlambertsen
February 15, 2012
I am writing as your constituent in the 11th Congressional district of New Jersey. I am writing as your constituent in the 11th Congressional district of New Jersey. I support H.R.2969 - Comprehensive Immunosuppressive Drug Coverage for Kidney Transplant Patients Act of 2011, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
Sincerely,
Vicki Lambertsen lambertsen
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