Improved Access to Osteoporosis Testing Act of 2001
Last action on May 3, 2001Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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The Improved Access to Osteoporosis Testing Act of 2001 (S. 826) was a legislative proposal designed to make screening for bone density more affordable for senior citizens and individuals with disabilities. The bill sought to amend the Medicare program to eliminate all out-of-pocket costs, such as deductibles and coinsurance, for bone mass measurements. By removing these financial barriers, the bill aimed to encourage early detection and treatment of osteoporosis, potentially reducing the risk of bone fractures and related health complications for Medicare beneficiaries.
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