S. 109 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
S. 109 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on Jan 12, 2017, sponsored by Chuck Grassley with 55 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 12, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 55
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicare coverage and payment with respect to certain pharmacist services that: (1) are furnished by a pharmacist in a health-professional shortage area, and (2) would otherwise be covered under Medicare if furnished by a physician.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Chuck Grassley (R-IA). Co-sponsors: 30 Democrats, 24 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 12, 2017
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Jan 12, 2017)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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