Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act
This bill prohibits Medicare from paying for orthotics and prosthetics delivered via "drop shipment" (direct shipping to patients without proper training from a qualified provider) starting after its enactment. It expands the list of healthcare professionals who can order these devices to include physical therapists, occupational therapists, orthotists, and prosthetists. The bill also ensures Medicare beneficiaries can get covered replacements for custom-fitted orthotics and custom-fabricated orthotic devices. These changes aim to improve patient safety and access to appropriate care by requiring in-person training and clarifying coverage rules. The Secretary of Health and Human Services must issue implementing regulations within one year of the bill's enactment.
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Jul 2025
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Introduced Jul 17, 2025
Last action Jul 17, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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Jul 17, 2025
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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