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Easier Medicare Coverage for Diabetic Shoes: NPs and PAs Can Now Authorize.

This bill simplifies the process for diabetic individuals to receive specialized footwear covered by the Medicare program. Previously, only physicians could complete the necessary documentation, but the new rules extend this authority to nurse practitioners and physician assistants. This change aims to speed up access to essential medical supplies, improving patient care and convenience.
Key points
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are now authorized to satisfy the documentation requirement for diabetic shoe coverage under Medicare.
The goal is to increase access to specialized footwear for diabetic patients by expanding the pool of authorized healthcare providers.
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Additional Information
Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act
Print number: S 260
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Process start date: 2023-02-02