ALS Better Care Act: Expanding Medicare Coverage for ALS Patients
This bill ensures that Medicare covers comprehensive care services for individuals with ALS, including therapy and equipment coordination. It aims to improve quality of life and lifespan by making specialized treatments more accessible and affordable.
Key points
Full Medicare coverage for physical, occupational, and speech therapy for ALS patients.
Elimination of out-of-pocket costs for these specific ALS-related medical services.
New payment system for clinics to reduce wait times and improve care quality.
Increased focus on telehealth to help patients in rural areas or with limited mobility.
Support for clinical trials to speed up the development of new ALS treatments.
Status:
Introduced
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