Starting in 2026, Medicare would pay 100% of certain colorectal cancer screenings like colonoscopies, eliminating out-of-pocket costs for patients. The bill also removes an expiration date so the full coverage continues indefinitely instead of ending in 2030.
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Colorectal Cancer Payment Fairness Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
Latest action on H.R. 5671: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
Who this affects: This bill directly affects Medicare beneficiaries who get colorectal cancer screenings, as well as the healthcare providers who perform these tests. It also affects Medicare spending overall, since the program would be covering 100% of these screening costs instead of sharing costs with patients.
Why this matters: Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death, and screening is one of the most effective ways to catch it early. When patients have to pay part of the cost, some skip or delay screenings — especially those on tight budgets. Removing that cost barrier could mean more people get screened on time, catching cancers earlier when they are easier and cheaper to treat.
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