Medicare would cover certain pharmacist services for common illnesses and public health needs.
Seniors on Medicare Part B would get coverage for specific services from pharmacists, like testing and treatment for the flu or COVID-19. This bill would make it easier to get care for common illnesses and public health emergencies, starting January 1, 2026. It would also protect patients from unexpected extra charges for these services.
Today, Medicare Part B does not cover services provided by pharmacists, even for common illnesses like the flu or COVID-19. If this bill becomes law, starting January 1, 2026, Medicare Part B would cover specific pharmacist services, including testing and treatment for certain respiratory illnesses and services during public health emergencies. Medicare would pay 80 percent of the cost for most services, and 100 percent for services related to public health emergencies.
S 2426 · 119th Congress · July 24, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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