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Chronic Care Management Improvement Act of 2026

4/17/2026, 8:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8261

The bill titled "To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to remove cost-sharing responsibilities for chronic care management services under the Medicare program," designated as H.R. 8261 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 14, 2026, aims to eliminate cost-sharing duties for chronic care management services within the Medicare program.

Current Status of Bill HR 8261

Bill HR 8261 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 14, 2026. Bill HR 8261 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 14, 2026.  Bill HR 8261's most recent activity was 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. as of April 14, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8261

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8261

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8261

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to remove cost-sharing responsibilities for chronic care management services under the Medicare program.
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to remove cost-sharing responsibilities for chronic care management services under the Medicare program.

Comments

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Wrenlee Singleton

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1 day ago

OMG I can't believe this bill is trying to take away cost-sharing for chronic care management services under Medicare! This is so unfair and will definitely hurt those who rely on these services to manage their health conditions. How are we supposed to afford our care if this bill passes?! #NotFair #HealthcareIsImportant