H.R. 1142 — To amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish drug adherence guidelines, and for other purposes.

H.R. 1142 — To amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish drug adherence guidelines, and for other purposes. | JustPolicyThe main purpose of this legislation is to improve medication adherence among Medicare beneficiaries. It aims to ensure that at least 90 percent of patients are following their prescribed medication regimens for drugs covered under Medicare Part B and Part D. By establishing specific guidelines, the legislation seeks to enhance the overall health outcomes for individuals relying on these medications. Key provisions of the legislation include the requirement for the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create drug adherence guidelines.