Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025
2/13/2025, 7:58 PMSummary of Bill HR 500
Bill 119 HR 500, also known as the Medicare Hearing Act, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to eliminate the current exclusion of Medicare coverage for hearing aids and related examinations. This bill seeks to address the significant financial burden that many Medicare beneficiaries face when needing hearing aids, as these devices can cost thousands of dollars out of pocket.If passed, this legislation would allow Medicare to cover the cost of hearing aids and examinations for beneficiaries, making these essential services more accessible and affordable for those who rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for ensuring quality and standards for hearing aids covered under Medicare.
Overall, the Medicare Hearing Act is designed to improve the quality of life for Medicare beneficiaries with hearing loss by providing them with access to necessary hearing aids and examinations. This bill has the potential to positively impact the health and well-being of millions of Americans who rely on Medicare for their healthcare coverage.
Congressional Summary of HR 500
Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025
This bill allows for Medicare coverage of hearing aids and related examinations.
The Government Accountability Office must study programs that provide assistance for hearing aids and related examinations for individuals with hearing loss.
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Current Status of Bill HR 500
Bill HR 500 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HR 500 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025. Bill HR 500's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 16, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 500
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
6Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
69Democrat Cosponsors
64Republican Cosponsors
5Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 500
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HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 500
Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to remove the exclusion of Medicare coverage for hearing aids and examinations therefor, and for other purposes.Comments
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