Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
Health
Why This Matters
The PrEP Access Act expands Medicare coverage to include HIV prevention services provided by pharmacists. This helps more people access important health services to prevent HIV infection.
If you are at risk for HIV and have Medicare, you can get prevention services from your pharmacist at a lower cost.
Who this affects
People at risk of HIV · Medicare-eligible individuals
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill allows pharmacists to provide certain HIV prevention services under Medicare.
2It includes services like counseling, screening, and medication administration for HIV prevention.
3Medicare will cover 80% of the costs for these pharmacist-provided services.
4Pharmacists will not be allowed to charge patients extra fees for these services.
