Bill · H.R. 8729· House(119-HR-8729)
No-Cost Breast Examinations in Medicaid Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 5/11/2026
- Last activity
- 5/11/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- Greg Landsman
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "No-Cost Breast Examinations in Medicaid Act of 2026," seeks to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act. It requires that diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations be provided without cost sharing under the Medicaid program. The bill defines diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations according to National Comprehensive Cancer Network Guidelines. Additionally, it includes screening mammography assigned a grade of A or B by the United States Preventive Services Task Force as a mandatory benefit. These changes are set to take effect one year after the Act is enacted.
Yes· 3 of 14
Would women be better off under this?+8
The bill directly improves women's health by ensuring access to essential breast cancer diagnostic and screening services.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
The bill specifically benefits low-income households by providing essential health services through Medicaid without cost sharing.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+7
The bill improves access to essential breast cancer screenings and diagnostic examinations by removing financial barriers for Medicaid recipients.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Removal of financial barriers for essential exams: The bill requires that diagnostic breast examinations and supplemental breast examinations be furnished without cost sharing under Medicaid (Section 2(a)). This could benefit individuals by making medically necessary examinations, such as those using mammography, MRI, or ultrasound, more accessible.
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Coverage for high-quality screening: The bill includes screening mammography that has been assigned a grade of A or B by the United States Preventive Services Task Force as a mandatory benefit (Section 2(c)). This ensures that certain high-rated screening services are included in medical assistance.
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Targeted care for high-risk individuals: Supplemental breast examinations are defined to include those furnished based on personal or family medical history or additional factors that may increase the risk of breast cancer (Section 2(b)(2)). This provides specific coverage for those who may need extra screening due to their medical history.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Delayed implementation of benefits: The amendments and changes to the Medicaid program will not apply to medical assistance furnished until one year after the date the Act is enacted (Section 2(d)). This means people will have to wait for the new coverage and cost-sharing rules to take effect.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+8Good For Low Income Households+7Good For Middle Aged+4Good For Retirees+4Good For Seniors+4Good For African Americans+3Good For Asian Americans+3Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Native Americans+3Good For White Americans+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+7Increases Medicaid Funding+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Gender Equality+5Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 5/11/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan