S. 2342 · 109th Congress
Medicare-Guaranteed Prescription Drug Act of 2006
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Debbie Stabenow
- Introduced
- 2006-03-01
- Latest action
- 2006-03-01 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
Medicare-Guaranteed Prescription Drug Act of 2006 - Amends part D (Voluntary Prescription Drug Benefit Program) of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to provide for a Medicare-guaranteed prescription drug plan option that offers standard prescription drug coverage and access to negotiated prices.
Revises requirements for part D standard prescription drug coverage. Provides for an annual deductible equal to the deductible for Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance) and for reduced coinsurance.