Bills · S 1410
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1410Health
Find It Early Act
INTRO APR 10· LAST ACTION APR 10
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because early detection is crucial for successfully treating breast cancer. When breast cancer is found at an earlier stage, treatment options are often more effective, less invasive, and lead to better outcomes, including higher survival rates. Currently, many individuals at high risk for breast cancer, or those with dense breast tissue, need more than just standard mammograms to detect cancer effectively, but the cost of these additional screenings can be a major hurdle.
If this bill becomes law, it would remove these financial barriers, ensuring that at-risk individuals can access advanced screenings without worrying about co-pays or deductibles. This could lead to more cancers being detected earlier, potentially saving lives and reducing the burden of advanced cancer treatments. If it doesn't become law, many individuals might continue to skip recommended screenings due to cost, leading to delayed diagnoses and potentially poorer health outcomes.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires most health insurance plans, Medicare, and Medicaid to cover additional breast cancer screenings for at-risk individuals with no out-of-pocket costs.
This makes crucial advanced screenings affordable and accessible for those most likely to benefit from them.
PROVISION 02
Defines 'at-risk' to include individuals with an increased risk (based on medical guidelines) or dense breast tissue, or those determined by a healthcare provider to need additional screening due to other factors.
This clarifies who qualifies for the expanded benefits, ensuring coverage for the most vulnerable populations.
PROVISION 03
Covers a wide range of advanced screening technologies, including 2D/3D mammograms, breast ultrasounds, breast MRIs, and molecular breast imaging, without limitations on frequency.
This ensures comprehensive access to the most appropriate and effective detection methods recommended by medical experts.
PROVISION 04
Applies the new coverage requirements to 'grandfathered' health plans, which are typically exempt from some newer health reform mandates.
This provision expands the reach of the bill, ensuring a broader segment of the insured population benefits from the new coverage.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 10
D· Minnesota
YRS IN OFFICE
19
BILLS LED
96
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 60%
DEM 7 REP 3 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 10
Introduced in Senate
APR 10
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1410
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 10, 2025
Last actionApr 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025
Senate BillS 1410Health
Find It Early Act
INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 10, 2025
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READING
13 min
COSPONSORS
10
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