H.R. 10087 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent 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, Aug 13, 2026
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryMedicare covers cancer care planning services
Right now, Medicare doesn't pay for planning and coordination services when someone is diagnosed with cancer. This bill would change that by covering the cost of cancer care planning services, which include developing treatment plans, arranging follow-up care, and updating those plans as needed.
How it affects you
If you're on Medicare and diagnosed with or being treated for cancer, this would help you get paid planning and coordination services to organize your care. Instead of these services potentially coming out of your pocket, Medicare would cover them.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Aug 13, 2026)
Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
This bill provides for Medicare coverage and payment of cancer care planning and coordination services for individuals who are diagnosed with or treated for cancer, including the development of treatment plans, follow-up care, and any necessary revisions.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
2nd SessionH. R. 10087
A BILL
Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act
Sponsor: Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-10) · Introduced Aug 13, 2026 · Health · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Aug 13, 2026: “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.”