This resolution would stop a Medicare rule before it takes effect. The rule deals with prior approval for some services under the WISeR Model.
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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model". is a Senate bill stalled. The latest recorded action: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 50. Record Vote Number: 199.
Latest action on S.J.Res. 198: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 50. Record Vote Number: 199.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects Medicare patients, health care providers, and CMS. Medicare patients and providers could see whether selected services need prior approval under the WISeR Model. CMS would lose the rule if Congress and the President approve this resolution.
Why this matters: This matters because it could stop a Medicare prior approval rule before it changes care or payment steps. Prior approval can affect how quickly patients get services and how much paperwork providers handle. The current source does not give full details on which services are covered or how the WISeR Model would work.
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Officially: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model".
This resolution would stop a Medicare rule before it takes effect. The rule deals with prior approval for some services under the WISeR Model.
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Latest: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 50. Record Vote Number: 199. (7/16/2026)
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model"., then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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