What does Preamble of Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025 do?

This bill proposes to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The proposed amendment would provide coverage of portable ultrasound transportation and set up services under the Medicare program.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025.

What does COVERAGE OF PORTABLE ULTRASOUND TRANSPORTATION AND SET UP of Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Section 1861(s)(3) of the Social Security Act to include ultrasound tests alongside diagnostic X-ray tests. It adds a new subsection (aa) to Section 1834 of the Social Security Act, requiring the Secretary to provide separate payments for portable ultrasound transportation and set up services. The Secretary must specify requirements for suppliers of portable ultrasound transportation and set up services, mirroring those applicable to portable X-ray services. These amendments will apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2027.

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Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025

Last updated: 3/27/2025 · Introduced: 3/27/2025

Author: John Cornyn (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill expands Medicare coverage to include portable ultrasound transportation and set-up services, similar to existing coverage for portable X-ray services.
It mandates separate Medicare payments for these portable ultrasound services, ensuring providers are reimbursed for transportation and setup.
The changes will apply to services provided starting January 1, 2027, and establish supplier requirements mirroring those for portable X-ray services.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 2477(In Committee)Official page

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