HR 1587
Medicare Audiologist Access and Services Act of 2021
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Bill overview
This bill, the Medicare Audiologist Access and Services Act of 2021, aims to improve Medicare coverage for audiologist services. It expands coverage to include diagnostic and treatment services provided by audiologists, similar to how they are covered in other healthcare systems like the VA and private insurance. The bill removes requirements for physician referrals and supervision for these services, and establishes a payment rate of 80% of the physician fee schedule for audiologist services.
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Tom Rice
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