Sponsor and status
Sponsor. Representative for South Carolina's 7th congressional district. Republican.
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History
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Does Medicare cover audiology?
This legislation can improve outcomes for beneficiaries by allowing direct access to audiologic services and streamlining Medicare coverage policies so that audiologists can provide the full range of Medicare-covered diagnostic and treatment services that correspond to their scope of practice.
What does Elizabeth Warren mean by "outdated Medicare rules"?
Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA): “Outdated Medicare rules make it more difficult for seniors experiencing hearing loss to get the care they need. Our bill would clear the roadblocks that stand in the way of Medicare beneficiaries, and make audiology services more accessible.”
S. 2446 (116th) was a bill in the United States Congress
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Background
Earlier this year, ASHA, AAA, and ADA agreed to join forces to develop legislation that expands access to and coverage of audiology services under Medicare and recognized the importance of agreeing on single legislation.
Questions?
Contact Jerry White, ASHA’s director of federal affairs, health care, at jwhite@asha.org.
Background
The Medicare Audiologist Access and Services Act of 2019 (H.R. 4056/S. 2446) will remove unnecessary barriers, allowing patients to receive appropriate, timely, and cost-effective audiologic care.
Questions?
Contact Jerry White, ASHA’s director of federal affairs, health care, at jwhite@asha.org.