Which legislation created a new plan for Medicare called a Medical Savings Account?

The Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) is the legislation responsible for creating a new plan for Medicare known as the Medical Savings Account (MSA). This act was introduced in 2003 and aimed to expand Medicare options, including health savings accounts that offered beneficiaries more flexibility and control over their healthcare spending. MSAs are designed to allow Medicare beneficiaries to save money for qualified medical expenses, which can lead to greater cost-effectiveness and personal budgeting in healthcare payments.

The other legislative acts mentioned do not specifically address the establishment of Medical Savings Accounts within Medicare. The Affordable Care Act mainly focused on expanding health coverage and improving healthcare quality, while the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act concentrated on privacy and security of health information. The Consumer Protection Improvement Act deals with enhancing consumer protections in various sectors but does not pertain to Medicare policies.