Bill · S. 2518· Senate(119-S-2518)

Protecting Air Ambulance Services for Americans Act of 2025

Age: 62 years

Colorado

Introduced: 7/29/2025
Last activity: 7/29/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsored by: Michael Bennet
Cosponsors: - 6 - 7

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Protecting Air Ambulance Services for Americans Act of 2025," aims to amend the Social Security Act regarding Medicare payments for air ambulance services. It authorizes the Secretary to revise the existing fee schedule for these services based on specific collected data. To do this, providers must submit data every three years concerning their operating costs, service utilization, and revenue. The bill also requires the Secretary to finalize and publish a rule regarding air ambulance data collection within six months of enactment. Additionally, it mandates a GAO study to analyze operating costs, transport costs, and the adequacy of current Medicare payments.

Yes· 3 of 6

Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65?+5
The bill allows the Secretary to revise the fee schedule to potentially better reflect the actual costs of air ambulance services.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+4
The bill targets the adequacy of Medicare payments, which directly impacts the quality and availability of air ambulance services for seniors.
Would retired people be better off under this?+4
As many retirees rely on Medicare, the stabilization of air ambulance payment schedules provides more secure emergency medical transport options.