Sen. Scott introduces bill to ease Medicare plan comparisons
By HME News Staff
Updated 10:12 AM CST, Mon February 16, 2026
WASHINGTON — Senator Tim Scott, R-S.C., has introduced the Apples to Apples Comparison Act of 2026, legislation requiring the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to provide seniors with clear, comparable data when choosing between Medicare Advantage (MA) and traditional fee-for-service coverage. By giving seniors accurate cost and coverage information, the legislation empowers them to choose the plan that best meets their health care needs. “Seniors deserve straightforward, accurate and easily understandable information to help them make informed decisions about their health care,” said Scott. “Too often, seniors are left comparing apples to oranges when evaluating their options between traditional Medicare versus Medicare Advantage, and that confusion can have real consequences for their health and finances. This bill will provide seniors the clear, comparable data they need to confidently choose the plan that best meets their needs and protects both their health and their pocketbooks.”
Full text of the bill can be found here.
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