Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023

This bill expands Medicare coverage of chiropractic services to include all services provided by chiropractors, rather than only subluxation corrections through manual manipulation of the spine.

Bill 118 HR 1610, also known as the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023, aims to expand Medicare coverage for chiropractic services. The bill seeks to update the current Medicare program to include coverage for chiropractic care, which is currently limited in scope.

Under the proposed legislation, Medicare beneficiaries would have access to a wider range of chiropractic services, including spinal manipulation, diagnostic services, and therapeutic procedures. This would allow seniors and individuals with disabilities to receive the benefits of chiropractic care as part of their Medicare coverage.

The bill also includes provisions to improve access to chiropractic care for underserved populations, such as rural communities and low-income individuals. This would help to address disparities in healthcare access and ensure that all Medicare beneficiaries have access to the care they need. Overall, the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023 aims to modernize Medicare coverage to better meet the needs of beneficiaries and improve access to chiropractic care. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has the potential to have a significant impact on the healthcare landscape for Medicare beneficiaries.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 1610

Introduced on
2023-03-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/14/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023

This bill expands Medicare coverage of chiropractic services to include all services provided by chiropractors, rather than only subluxation corrections through manual manipulation of the spine.

Bill 118 HR 1610, also known as the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023, aims to expand Medicare coverage for chiropractic services. The bill seeks to update the current Medicare program to include coverage for chiropractic care, which is currently limited in scope.

Under the proposed legislation, Medicare beneficiaries would have access to a wider range of chiropractic services, including spinal manipulation, diagnostic services, and therapeutic procedures. This would allow seniors and individuals with disabilities to receive the benefits of chiropractic care as part of their Medicare coverage.

The bill also includes provisions to improve access to chiropractic care for underserved populations, such as rural communities and low-income individuals. This would help to address disparities in healthcare access and ensure that all Medicare beneficiaries have access to the care they need. Overall, the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023 aims to modernize Medicare coverage to better meet the needs of beneficiaries and improve access to chiropractic care. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has the potential to have a significant impact on the healthcare landscape for Medicare beneficiaries.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare coverage for all physicians' services furnished by doctors of chiropractic within the scope of their license, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Alternative treatments
Health care coverage and access
Health personnel
Licensing and registrations
Medicare
Musculoskeletal and skin diseases
State and local government operations

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Latest Summary4/4/2023

Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023

This bill expands Medicare coverage of chiropractic services to include all services provided by chiropractors, rather than only subluxation corrections through manual ...


Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.