A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to expand Medicare to include coverage of hearing aids.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This resolution urges the U.S. Congress to expand Medicare coverage to include hearing aids. Currently, Medicare does not cover hearing examinations, hearing aids, or fitting services, despite the fact that millions of Americans experience hearing loss. The resolution highlights the impact of hearing loss on individuals’ lives and the potential for hearing aids to improve quality of life. Since states cannot expand Medicare coverage, the resolution directs Congress to take action.
Key provisions
- Urges the Congress of the United States to expand Medicare coverage.
- Specifically calls for Medicare to cover hearing aids.
- Acknowledges that Medicare currently does not cover hearing aids or related services.
- Highlights the prevalence of hearing loss in the United States.
- Recognizes the impact of hearing loss on individuals' lives.
Who is affected
- Medicare beneficiaries
- Individuals with hearing loss
- Older adults
- Residents of Pennsylvania
- Americans with hearing loss
Notable changes
- Currently, Medicare does not cover hearing aids.
- This resolution proposes a change to existing Medicare policy.
- The resolution acknowledges the limitations of state-level action in addressing this issue.
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Joseph Hohenstein
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