Bill · H.R. 1171· House(119-HR-1171)

SAFE Act

Age: 76 years

West Virginia

Introduced: 2/10/2025
Last activity: 2/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by: Carol Miller
Cosponsors: - 16 - 38

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly Act" or the "SAFE Act," aims to amend the Social Security Act. It seeks to include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for Medicare annual wellness visits and initial preventive physical exams. Specifically, it addresses individuals determined by a physician to have fallen in the previous calendar year. These services would include falls risk assessments and fall prevention services. The changes are intended to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would people over 65 be better off under this?+9
The bill specifically targets the health and safety of individuals aged 65 and older by providing fall prevention services.
Would retired people be better off under this?+8
The bill provides specific health benefits that are highly beneficial for the elderly/retiree demographic.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+7
The bill enhances healthcare access for seniors by allowing physical and occupational therapists to provide fall prevention services under Medicare.