SAFE through Medicare Act
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Overview
This bill, the SAFE through Medicare Act, aims to expand Medicare coverage to include medically necessary home resiliency services for beneficiaries who are identified as ‘medically at-risk’ during climate or manmade disasters. Specifically, it would cover services like heat pumps, batteries for medical equipment, and energy-efficient storage for medical supplies, provided they are deemed medically necessary by the Secretary. The bill establishes a process for determining who is considered medically at-risk and outlines payment rates for these services.
Key provisions
- Medicare will cover home resiliency services for individuals deemed ‘medically at-risk’ during disasters.
- The bill defines ‘home resiliency services’ to include items and services like heat pumps and battery storage.
- A process will be established to determine which individuals are considered ‘medically at-risk’ based on climate and disaster risks.
- The Secretary will consult with several agencies to determine risk factors and establish the determination process.
- Risk factors considered include geographic climate risks, historical disaster data, and medical equipment reliance.
- Payment for covered home resiliency services will be 100% of the actual charge or a fee schedule determined by the Secretary.
- Coverage begins on January 1, 2027.
Who is affected
- Medicare beneficiaries
- Individuals at risk of harm during climate or manmade disasters
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