Ways and Means Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee
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The Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act aims to significantly improve access to advanced cancer diagnostics by expanding coverage under federal health programs. It mandates that Medicare will cover specific cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests, including microarray analysis, DNA sequencing, RNA sequencing, and whole-exome sequencing, along with their interpretation, for individuals diagnosed with cancer. These tests will be covered upon diagnosis, recurrence, and as needed for treatment planning or monitoring, with the Medicare deductible waived. Furthermore, the bill requires Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to include these cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests as covered medical assistance, with an effective date of January 1, 2027. This ensures broader access to these critical diagnostic tools across different populations. States requiring legislative changes for Medicaid compliance are granted an exemption period. Beyond coverage, the legislation directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in coordination with the National Human Genome Research Institute, to establish an education and awareness program . This program will inform physicians and the general public about genomic testing, its applications, and the vital role of genetic counselors. It also emphasizes integrating education and training on molecular diagnostics for cancer into graduate and continuing medical education, particularly for oncology specialists.
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.
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.
CancerHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth promotion and preventive careMedicaidMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMedicarePoverty and welfare assistanceState and local government operations
Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act
USA119th CongressHR-1620| House
| Updated: 2/26/2025
The Finn Sawyer Access to Cancer Testing Act aims to significantly improve access to advanced cancer diagnostics by expanding coverage under federal health programs. It mandates that Medicare will cover specific cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests, including microarray analysis, DNA sequencing, RNA sequencing, and whole-exome sequencing, along with their interpretation, for individuals diagnosed with cancer. These tests will be covered upon diagnosis, recurrence, and as needed for treatment planning or monitoring, with the Medicare deductible waived. Furthermore, the bill requires Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to include these cancer diagnostic and laboratory tests as covered medical assistance, with an effective date of January 1, 2027. This ensures broader access to these critical diagnostic tools across different populations. States requiring legislative changes for Medicaid compliance are granted an exemption period. Beyond coverage, the legislation directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in coordination with the National Human Genome Research Institute, to establish an education and awareness program . This program will inform physicians and the general public about genomic testing, its applications, and the vital role of genetic counselors. It also emphasizes integrating education and training on molecular diagnostics for cancer into graduate and continuing medical education, particularly for oncology specialists.
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.
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.
CancerHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth promotion and preventive careMedicaidMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMedicarePoverty and welfare assistanceState and local government operations