Bill · S. 1168· Senate(119-S-1168)
Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 3/27/2025
- Last activity
- 3/27/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Sponsored by
- John Cornyn
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- 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 provide coverage for portable ultrasound transportation and set up services under the Medicare program. The legislation modifies Section 1861(s)(3) to include ultrasound tests alongside diagnostic X-ray tests. It also establishes a mechanism for separate payments for these ultrasound services. These changes are intended to ensure equitable payment similar to existing portable X-ray services. The provisions are set to take effect for services furnished on or after January 1, 2027.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7
The bill benefits seniors by expanding Medicare coverage for portable ultrasound services.
Would retired people be better off under this?+7
The bill directly benefits retirees by enhancing their Medicare coverage for portable ultrasound services.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+6
The bill improves access to portable ultrasound diagnostic services through Medicare coverage.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Equitable Payment for Ultrasound Services: The bill directs the Secretary to provide a separate payment for portable ultrasound transportation and set up services, treating them similarly to portable X-ray services (Section 2(b)). This ensures that providers of these services receive coverage comparable to existing diagnostic X-ray standards.
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Expanded Coverage Definitions: By amending the Social Security Act to include ultrasound tests alongside diagnostic X-ray tests, the bill expands the scope of covered services (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Retirees+7Good For Seniors+7Good For Rural Residents+5
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+6Increases Medicare Funding+5
- 5/20/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/27/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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