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RepublicanBill · H.R. 2477· House(119-HR-2477)

Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025

Rep. Van Duyne
Age: 56 years
Texas
Introduced
3/27/2025
Last activity
3/27/2025 — 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
Beth Van Duyne
Cosponsors
Republican - 24Democrat - 17
Health
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025," aims to amend the Social Security Act. It seeks to include ultrasound tests alongside diagnostic X-ray tests under certain coverage provisions. Specifically, it directs the Secretary to provide separate payments for the transportation and setup of portable ultrasound services. This payment structure would mirror how portable X-ray services are currently handled. The changes are intended to apply to services provided on or after January 1, 2027.

Yes· 3 of 27

  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+8

    Directly benefits Medicare recipients by expanding the coverage of portable ultrasound services.

  • Would retired people be better off under this?+8

    Primarily targets Medicare recipients, who are mostly retirees.

  • Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+7

    Portable services are specifically designed to assist those who cannot easily travel to a clinic.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2

    Adding new reimbursable services under Medicare increases federal healthcare expenditures.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-1

    Expanding Medicare coverage for additional services likely increases government spending.

  • Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?-1

    Expansion of spending without a specified funding source slightly reduces fiscal conservatism.