What does Preamble of Medicare Patient Choice Act do?

This bill aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act The amendment would allow Medicare beneficiaries to choose their therapists and chiropractors

What does SHORT TITLE. of Medicare Patient Choice Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Medicare Patient Choice Act.

What does FREE CHOICE OF THERAPISTS FOR MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES. of Medicare Patient Choice Act do?

This section amends Section 1802(b) of the Social Security Act It inserts 'therapist or qualified audiologist' into various paragraphs The amendments apply to Medicare beneficiaries' choice of therapists The term 'therapist' is defined to include physical, occupational, and speech-language pathologists The term 'qualified audiologist' is defined by reference to section 1861(ll)(4)(B)

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Medicare Patient Choice Act

Last updated: 6/26/2025 · Introduced: 6/26/2025

Author: Lloyd Smucker (R-PA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill allows Medicare beneficiaries to choose their preferred therapists, including physical, occupational, and speech-language pathologists.
It expands Medicare beneficiaries' choice to include qualified audiologists.
The legislation amends the Social Security Act to formally enable this choice of healthcare providers.

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