H.R.3514

The bill aims to improve seniors' timely access to care by establishing requirements for prior authorization under Medicare Advantage plans.

The Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act of 2025 amends title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish requirements for the use of prior authorization under Medicare Advantage plans. It mandates that plans adopt transparent prior authorization programs developed in consultation with enrollees and providers. These programs must include electronic prior authorization requests and responses, with a timeframe for responses established by the Secretary.