Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act

Bill 118 hr 4315, also known as the Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act, aims to improve the quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries who require orthotic and prosthetic devices. The bill focuses on ensuring that patients have access to high-quality, patient-centered care that meets their individual needs.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a Medicare O&P Patient-Centered Care Advisory Committee. This committee will be responsible for advising the Secretary of Health and Human Services on issues related to orthotics and prosthetics care, including coverage, coding, and payment policies. The committee will also work to ensure that patients have access to a wide range of orthotic and prosthetic devices that meet their specific needs.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve transparency and accountability in the Medicare orthotics and prosthetics benefit. This includes requiring the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to publish information on the coverage and payment policies for orthotic and prosthetic devices, as well as information on the qualifications of providers who furnish these devices. Overall, the Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act aims to ensure that Medicare beneficiaries have access to high-quality orthotic and prosthetic care that is tailored to their individual needs. By establishing an advisory committee and improving transparency and accountability in the Medicare benefit, the bill seeks to improve the overall quality of care for patients who require orthotic and prosthetic devices.