Top Democrats: Trump Admin’s COVID-19 Insurance Guidance Poses ‘Serious Threat’
Executive Summary
Democratic lawmakers argue the Trump administration’s interpretation of how COVID-19 testing is covered by private insurers runs contrary to the Families First Act and CARES Act. They want the administration to update a FAQ sheet that eliminates certain prerequisites that would qualify patients to be reimbursed for the tests.
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