H.R. 2433 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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, Mar 27, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryMedicare must base coverage decisions on clinical criteria
Right now, when Medicare decides whether to cover a treatment or medication, those decisions follow written rules developed with input from doctors. This bill makes sure that's always the case, including when Medicare requires prior authorization (approval before you get a treatment) or when Medicare denies coverage.
How it affects you
If you're on Medicare, this could affect how quickly you get approved for treatments. The bill aims to make sure Medicare's coverage decisions are based on medical evidence and doctor expertise, which could reduce delays in getting care you need.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Mar 27, 2025)
Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2025
This bill requires Medicare coverage decisions, including prior authorization requirements and adverse coverage decisions, to be based on written clinical criteria that is developed in consultation with physicians.
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.
1st SessionH. R. 2433
A BILL
Reducing Medically Unnecessary Delays in Care Act of 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Mark E. Green (R-TN-7) · Introduced Mar 27, 2025 · Health · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Feb 4, 2026: “ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Murphy asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 2433, a bill originally introduced by Representative Green (TN), for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.”