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Improved Access to Innovative Medical Devices for Kidney Disease Patients

This act aims to enhance access to new, innovative medical devices for individuals with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) covered by Medicare. It introduces temporary, additional payments for healthcare providers, encouraging the use of newer technologies in diagnosing and treating this condition. As a result, patients may benefit from more modern treatment methods, potentially improving their quality of life and reducing hospitalizations.
Key points
Establishes a temporary, three-year add-on payment for new FDA-approved medical devices used in the diagnosis, treatment, or management of end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
Aims to increase the availability of innovative technologies for Medicare patients with ESRD, potentially improving their treatment and reducing healthcare costs.
The additional payments are designed to incentivize the adoption and use of newer devices that could shorten hospital stays and improve patient outcomes.
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Additional Information
Patient Access to ESRD New Innovative Devices Act
Print number: HR 5331
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Process start date: 2021-09-22