S 1805
Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:00 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act, aims to improve access to specialized diabetic footwear for Medicare beneficiaries. Currently, doctors must document a patient’s need for these shoes, but this legislation allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to also fulfill this requirement. This change would expand the healthcare professionals who can assess and prescribe these crucial shoes, potentially increasing access for those who need them. The bill modifies Medicare regulations to recognize the qualifications of nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
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