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Medicare Payment Adjustments for Durable Medical Equipment: Relief for Patients.

This act introduces temporary changes to how Medicare pays for certain durable medical equipment, like wheelchairs or oxygen tanks. The goal is to ensure patients across different regions have access to necessary equipment without sudden cost changes that could affect them. These changes will be in effect until the end of 2025, allowing time to adapt to new rules.
Key points
Medicare will continue current payment rules for durable medical equipment in most areas until December 31, 2025, ensuring cost stability for patients.
All areas, including rural ones, will see a delay in the implementation of new, potentially lower payment rates until January 1, 2026, preventing sudden cost increases for patients.
The act aims to mitigate the impact of previous competitive bidding programs on the availability and cost of medical equipment for citizens.
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Print number: 119_S_2951
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Process start date: 2025-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Competitive Bidding Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2951.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicare will continue current payment rules for durable medical equipment in most areas until December 31, 2025, ensuring cost stability for patients.
  • All areas, including rural ones, will see a delay in the implementation of new, potentially lower payment rates until January 1, 2026, preventing sudden cost increases for patients.
  • The act aims to mitigate the impact of previous competitive bidding programs on the availability and cost of medical equipment for citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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