Amends Medicaid to clarify coverage for whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs.

The Genomic Answers for Children’s Health Act of 2026 amends title XIX of the Social Security Act to clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered under the Medicaid program. The bill defines these terms and specifies that they are covered when ordered by a physician as a first-tier test for individuals suspected to have a genetic disorder, rare disease, or a health condition of unknown origin.

Amends Medicaid to clarify coverage for whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs.

The Genomic Answers for Children’s Health Act of 2026 amends title XIX of the Social Security Act to clarify that whole genome and whole exome sequencing for children with certain medical needs is covered under the Medicaid program. The bill defines these terms and specifies that they are covered when ordered by a physician as a first-tier test for individuals suspected to have a genetic disorder, rare disease, or a health condition of unknown origin.