Colorectal Cancer Payment Fairness Act

The Colorectal Cancer Payment Fairness Act (S 1894) eliminates coinsurance for Medicare-covered colorectal cancer screening tests, requiring 100% coverage with no out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries starting in 2026. It amends Medicare law to replace the previous 85% coverage (with 15% coinsurance) for 2026 and all subsequent years. This directly affects Medicare beneficiaries receiving standard colorectal cancer screenings, such as colonoscopies or fecal tests. The change removes a financial barrier to preventive care for this common cancer, ensuring full coverage under Medicare without cost-sharing.