Bill · S. 3730· Senate(119-S-3730)
Emergency Medical Services Reimbursement for On-Scene Care and Support Act
- Introduced
- 1/29/2026
- Last activity
- 1/29/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Sponsored by
- Peter Welch
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the ``Emergency Medical Services Reimbursement for On-Scene Care and Support Act'', seeks to amend the Social Security Act. It specifically targets title XVIII to expand Medicare coverage. The goal is to provide coverage for ambulance services that do not include actual transportation. This change would apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2027. It allows for coverage regardless of whether the provider provides transport for the individual.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+5
The bill expands Medicare coverage for on-scene ambulance services which benefits the senior population.
Would retired people be better off under this?+5
The expansion of Medicare services provides more comprehensive medical coverage for retired individuals.
Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65?+5
The bill expands the scope of covered services under Medicare by including on-scene ambulance care.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expanded Medicare Coverage: The bill amends the Social Security Act to include ambulance services that do not involve transportation (Section 2). This could benefit individuals who require on-scene medical care but do not need to be transported to a facility.
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Flexibility for Providers: Coverage would apply regardless of whether the provider or supplier provides transport for the individual (Section s 1861(s)(7)(B)). This allows for more diverse service options for those relying on ambulance service providers.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the text: The provided text focuses solely on the expansion of coverage and does not list any negative consequences or burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Retirees+5Good For Seniors+5Good For Low Income Households+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5Increases Medicare Funding+5
- 1/29/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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