CMS Proposes Covering HIV Tests Under Medicare
On Monday, CMS officials announced a proposal to cover the cost of HIV testing under Medicare for beneficiaries at higher risk for the infection, including pregnant women, or for any beneficiary who requests the test. CMS will take public comments on the proposal until Oct. 9 and will issue a final decision by Dec. 8.
- "Medicare Could Cover HIV Testing" (Robertson, Sacramento Business Journal, 9/14).