Trump Administration Says Medicare Will Cover Coronavirus Testing

The transcript discusses the establishment of coding systems for billing health care providers and labs for coronavirus tests. Medicare's payment rates for CDC and non-CDC tests are outlined, with potential variations based on local contractors. The administration allows Medicare Advantage plans to waive cost-sharing for these tests. Legislative efforts are underway to provide free coronavirus testing, as case numbers in the US exceed 1700, according to Johns Hopkins.

What is the significance of the date February 4th in the context of the text?

According to the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center, what is the trend in case numbers for the US?