Easier Access to Ultralight Wheelchairs for Medicare Beneficiaries
New rules aim to make it easier for Medicare beneficiaries to access ultralight manual wheelchairs, including those made from titanium or carbon fiber. The act introduces new payment and protection rules for individuals purchasing or renting such wheelchairs, ensuring greater cost transparency.
Key points
Introduction of new codes for ultralight wheelchairs, differentiating construction materials (e.g., titanium/carbon fiber).
Establishment of payment rules for suppliers of titanium or carbon fiber wheelchairs, ensuring Medicare coverage.
Requirement to inform beneficiaries about potential additional charges to avoid unexpected costs.
Introduced
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