S 1406
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the payment method for oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services, to increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services, and for other purposes.
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 16, 2026, 3:01 PM
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Bill overview
The Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform Act of 2025 (SOAR Act) aims to improve access to and payment for supplemental oxygen therapy for Medicare beneficiaries. It proposes changes to how Medicare pays for oxygen equipment and services, including separate payments indexed to inflation and specific provisions for respiratory therapists. The bill also establishes electronic templates for prescribing oxygen, ensures beneficiary rights like supplier choice and clear communication, and protects against fraud and abuse through improved documentation.
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