Vice President Mike Pence announced on Sunday that all coronavirus testing will be free of charge, including for uninsured Americans.
“Cost is never going to be a barrier to anyone getting a coronavirus test,” he told reporters at a press conference at the White House.
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In his announcement, the vice president highlighted the Trump administration’s efforts to expand access to COVID-19 tests.
“As you recall, several weeks ago, the president directed a change in our Medicare and Medicaid programs to ensure that coronavirus testing was included. Health insurers were brought in, and they all agreed to waive co-pays,” Pence said. – READ MORE
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