S 1827 · 110th Congress · Health

Pharmacist Access and Recognition in Medicare (PhARM) Act of 2007

Introduced 2007-07-19· Sponsored by Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS]· Senate

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Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.(2007-07-19)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Pharmacist Access and Recognition in Medicare (PhARM) Act of 2007 - Amends part D (Voluntary Prescription Drug Benefit Program) of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to require prompt payment of clean claims to pharmacies by prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans. Defines prompt payment as within 14 days from submission for claims submitted electronically, and within 30 days for claims submitted otherwise. Requires payment of interest, also, if a payment is not issued, mailed, or otherwise transmitted within the applicable number of calendar days. Prohibits a Medicare prescription drug card issued by a prescription drug plan sponsor from displaying the name, brand, or trademark (co-branding) of any pharmacy. Revises requirements for a covered medication therapy management program, allowing it to be furnished by a health care provider, other than a pharmacist, with advanced training in medication management. Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to specify: (1) the population of part D eligible individuals appropriate for services under a medication therapy management program, based on certain characteristics; and (2) a mi…

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Cosponsors (9)

1 Democrat8 Republicans