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Improved Access to Podiatric Care and Diabetic Footwear

This act aims to improve access to podiatric physicians under the Medicaid program, meaning low-income individuals will have broader access to specialized foot and ankle care. Additionally, it modifies the documentation requirements for therapeutic shoes for individuals with diabetes under Medicare, potentially simplifying the process for patients. It also introduces mechanisms for continuous levy on payments to Medicaid providers to enhance program integrity.
Key points
Podiatric physicians will be recognized as physicians under Medicaid, expanding access to their services for beneficiaries.
Documentation requirements for therapeutic shoes for diabetics under Medicare will be clarified, making it easier to obtain them.
New rules for levying payments to Medicaid providers are introduced to strengthen program integrity.
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Additional Information
HELLPP Act
Print number: S 2769
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Process start date: 2021-09-21