ALS Better Care Act

S. 3258, the ALS Better Care Act, establishes a new Medicare payment system for specialized ALS care services. It requires Medicare to provide a supplemental payment of $800 per visit for ALS-related services (like therapy, nursing, and equipment coordination) starting in 2025, with annual adjustments based on inflation and periodic reviews by the Comptroller General. This directly affects ALS patients and specialized clinics that currently face inadequate Medicare reimbursement for these critical services. The bill also mandates a report on clinical trial staffing challenges and ensures telehealth options are included in covered care for patients in rural or underserved areas.