HR 7127
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make technical amendments to the separate payment under the Medicare program for disposable negative pressure wound therapy devices.
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies how Medicare pays for disposable negative pressure wound therapy devices, which are used to treat serious wounds. It ensures that payments are based on the cost of the device itself, not on related professional services or visits. The bill also establishes a standardized calculation method for these payments and streamlines the billing process for home health agencies. These changes aim to improve transparency and consistency in Medicare reimbursement for this important medical treatment.
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G. K. Butterfield
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