Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2026

Key Points

• Starting Jan. 1, 2027, Medicare Part B would cover genetic counseling services when provided by qualified genetic counselors.
• Genetic counselors would qualify if they are licensed in their state, or certified if their state does not license them.
• Medicare would generally pay 80% of the allowed amount for these visits, similar to many other Part B services.
• The bill also adds genetic counselors to Medicare’s balance-billing limits, helping protect patients from extra charges.
• Doctors and other providers could still bill Medicare for genetic counseling when it’s already covered under current rules.