Bill · H.R. 2199· House(119-HR-2199)

Restore Protections for Dialysis Patients Act

Age: 78 years

Pennsylvania

Introduced: 3/18/2025
Last activity: 3/18/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
Sponsored by: Mike Kelly
Cosponsors: - 44 - 46

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Restore Protections for Dialysis Patients Act," aims to amend the Social Security Act. It focuses on clarifying and preserving protections under the Medicare Secondary Payer Act. The legislation seeks to prevent private health plans from discriminating against patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD). It specifically targets the practice of treating dialysis differently than other covered medical services. Additionally, the bill aims to stop health insurance plans from shifting the cost of care for ESRD patients onto the Medicare program.

Yes· 3 of 12

Would people over 65 be better off under this?+8
ESRD disproportionately affects seniors who rely on Medicare and private supplementary plans.
Would retired people be better off under this?+8
Retirees are a primary demographic for ESRD treatment and Medicare services.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+7
Protects patients with the chronic disability of end stage renal disease.