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US SB3607

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Barrasso

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Adds genetic counseling services to Medicare Part B coverage beginning January 1, 2027

  • Defines qualified genetic counselors as those licensed by their state, or in non-licensing states, certified by the American Board of Genetic Counseling

  • Sets Medicare payment at 80% of the lesser of actual charges or 85% of the physician fee schedule rate

  • Subjects genetic counselors to Medicare balance billing limitations

  • Preserves ability of physicians and other healthcare providers to continue billing for genetic counseling services they provide

Legislative Description

Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2026

Health

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S116-117)

1/8/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance1/8/2026

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