Senate Bill 1890
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act of 2017
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Sep 28, 2017
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
1890
Congress
115
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act of 2017
This bill modifies provisions relating to coverage for and access to treatment for chronic kidney disease, including Medicare payment provisions for renal dialysis services.
September 28, 2017
09/28/2017
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6225; text of measure as introduced: CR S6225-6227)
09/28/2017
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
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