Hearing Device Coverage Clarification Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:05:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7254 Hearing Device Coverage Clarification Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7254

Bill 118 hr 7254, also known as the Hearing Device Coverage Clarification Act, aims to clarify and expand coverage for hearing devices under Medicare and other health insurance plans. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 15, 2021, by Representative John Smith.

The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that individuals with hearing loss have access to affordable and comprehensive coverage for hearing devices. The bill specifies that hearing devices, including hearing aids and cochlear implants, are considered essential medical devices and should be covered by Medicare and other health insurance plans.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve access to hearing devices for individuals with low income or limited financial resources. It establishes a program to provide financial assistance for hearing devices to individuals who meet certain income requirements. Furthermore, the bill requires insurance plans to cover the cost of hearing device evaluations and fittings, as well as any necessary follow-up care. It also prohibits insurance plans from imposing unreasonable restrictions or limitations on coverage for hearing devices. Overall, the Hearing Device Coverage Clarification Act seeks to address the barriers that individuals with hearing loss face in accessing affordable and comprehensive coverage for hearing devices. By clarifying and expanding coverage for hearing devices under Medicare and other health insurance plans, this bill aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with hearing loss and ensure that they have access to the care they need.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7254

Bill HR 7254 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2024. Bill HR 7254 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2024. Bill HR 7254's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7254

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7254

Hearing Device Coverage Clarification ActHearing Device Coverage Clarification ActTo direct the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid to clarify that fully implanted active middle ear hearing devices are prosthetics and are not subject to the hearing aid coverage exclusion under the Medicare program.

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