Timely Access to Coverage Decisions Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
Summary
The bill adds clear time limits for Medicare contractors to tell whether a local coverage determination (LCD) request is complete, to inform requesters of missing information, and to issue a final decision within a year. It applies to providers, suppliers and Medicare beneficiaries who submit these requests, aiming to cut delays in coverage decisions.
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