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Increased Choice of Specialists for Medicare Beneficiaries

This act allows individuals using the Medicare program more freedom in choosing physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and chiropractors. This means patients will have greater control over who provides their rehabilitation and therapeutic services, potentially improving access to care.
Key points
Medicare beneficiaries can now independently choose physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and chiropractors.
The act increases freedom of choice for specialists, potentially improving accessibility and quality of care for patients.
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Additional Information
Medicare Patient Choice Act
Print number: HR 4204
Sponsor: Rep. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11]
Process start date: 2025-06-26