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Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act of 2000On October 24, 2000, President William Clinton signed into law the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-354). (PDF-115KB) This Act gives states the option to provide medical assistance through Medicaid to eligible women who were screened for and found to have breast or cervical cancer, including precancerous conditions, through the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP). On January 15, 2002, President Bush signed the Native American Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Technical Amendment Act of 2001 (Public Law No. 107-121). (PDF-33KB) This bill amends title XIX of the Social Security Act to clarify that Indian women with breast or cervical cancer who are eligible for health services provided under a medical care program of the Indian Health Service or of a tribal organization are included in the optional Medicaid eligibility category of breast or cervical cancer patients added by the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act of 2000. NBCCEDP, which is administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), provides free breast and cervical cancer screening and follow-up diagnostic services to women in need, such as those who are uninsured or have low incomes. In 2000, CDC began its 10th year of this landmark program, supporting early detection programs in all 50 states, 6 U.S. territories, the District of Columbia, and 12 American Indian and Alaska Native organizations. Summary of Actions to Implement the ActThis section contains a summary of actions taken by states and affected territories and tribal organizations to accept and implement the Medicaid option provided for by the Act. In some cases, legislative action will not be necessary; only administrative actions will be required. As of May 2004, all states have completed all steps required to accept the new Medicaid option. Legislation Medicaid Plan Revisions as of 1/10/03 Guidance on Implementing the ActWhat is the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act? Contacts for More Information
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