The Colorectal Cancer Payment Fairness Act eliminates coinsurance charges for colorectal cancer screening tests covered by Medicare, meaning seniors would pay nothing out-of-pocket for these preventive screenings. The bill removes the previous expiration date that would have ended this coverage benefit, making the zero-cost requirement permanent starting in 2026 and beyond. This legislation directly benefits Medicare beneficiaries who need colorectal cancer screenings, a common preventive health service recommended for older adults. The bill does not require new federal funding, as it modifies how existing Medicare dollars cover these screenings by removing patient cost-sharing requirements rather than expanding the number of covered services. Introduced in September 2025, the bill aims to improve access to colorectal cancer prevention by removing financial barriers that might discourage seniors from getting screened.
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