What is Senate Bill 4583?

Senate Bill 4583 (S. 4583) is a Senate Bill introduced in the 119th Congress.

S 4583 119th Congress · Senate

Medicare Freedom of Contract Act

Official title: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare payment option for patients and eligible professionals to freely contract, without penalty, for Medicare fee-for-service items and services, while allowing Medicare beneficiaries to use their Medicare benefits.

By BillBoard ·Updated May 23, 2026

What This Bill Does

This bill aims to allow Medicare patients and healthcare providers to enter into contracts for services without penalties, while still using their Medicare benefits.

This bill matters because it could increase access to care for Medicare beneficiaries by allowing them more flexibility in choosing healthcare providers and services, potentially improving their healthcare experience.

Who This Bill Affects

If passed, this bill could provide Medicare beneficiaries with more options for care, allowing them to negotiate directly with providers, which may lead to better service and potentially lower costs for certain services.

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Latest Status

May 20, 2026

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

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