Bill · H.R. 6214· House(119-HR-6214)

Kidney Care Access Protection Act

Age: 76 years

West Virginia

Introduced: 11/20/2025
Last activity: 11/20/2025 — 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: Carol Miller
Cosponsors: - 10 - 8

Health

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What this bill would do

The Kidney Care Access Protection Act aims to improve access to innovative treatments for end-stage renal disease under Medicare. It establishes permanent add-on payments for new drugs, biological products, and devices used in renal dialysis services. The bill also ensures Medicare Advantage supports these innovative therapies through direct payment adjustments. Additionally, it addresses staffing issues by creating a forecast error adjustment for kidney care payments. Finally, the legislation expands the Medicare annual wellness benefit to include kidney disease screening and increases access to kidney disease education.

Yes· 3 of 14

Does this make health care easier to get in general?+8
The bill significantly improves access to innovative kidney treatments, breakthrough devices, and preventative screenings for Medicare beneficiaries.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7
The bill directly enhances Medicare benefits, preventative kidney screenings, and access to advanced treatments primarily utilized by older adults.
Would retired people be better off under this?+7
Retirees on Medicare gain enhanced coverage options, preventative screenings, and better access to modern dialysis treatments.