H.R. 2759 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act
H.R. 2759 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) was introduced on Apr 22, 2021, sponsored by G. K. Butterfield with 73 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 22, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 73
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Pharmacy and Medically Underserved Areas Enhancement Act This bill provides 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
G. K. Butterfield (D-NC). Co-sponsors: 40 Democrats, 33 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 22, 2021
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Apr 23, 2021)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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