Preserving Patient Access to Home Infusion Act

Inclusion of Pharmacy Services: Section 2(a) adds pharmacy services, assessments, drug preparation, compounding, and care coordination to home infusion therapy services, which ensures patients receive comprehensive care coverage under Medicare.

• Expanded Provider Options: Section 2(c) permits nurse practitioners and physician assistants to establish and review a patient's home infusion plan of care, making it easier and quicker for patients to get their care plans approved without waiting solely for a physician.

• Access to Non-Pump Drugs: Section 3 expands home infusion access to specific non-pump drugs and biologicals, such as certain antibacterials, antifungals, and antivirals, giving patients more flexibility in how they receive necessary treatments at home.

Reduced Payment for Remote Days: Section 2(b) sets the payment amount to 50 percent of the standard rate when a qualified home infusion therapy supplier is not physically present in the individual's home on the day the drug is administered, which could disincentivize suppliers from offering remote support or monitoring.

• Restriction on Separate Supply Payments: Section 4 prohibits separate payments for certain items and supplies like tubing, catheters, dressings, needles, and syringes if they are furnished on the same day as home infusion therapy and for the same drug, potentially limiting how supplies are billed and provided.