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SAFE through Medicare Act: New coverage for home emergency resiliency services

This bill allows Medicare to pay for home equipment that protects vulnerable patients during natural disasters or power outages. It focuses on providing tools like backup batteries and climate control to ensure medical safety at home.
Key points
Medicare will cover 100% of the cost for medically necessary home resiliency tools.
Includes items like solar batteries for ventilators and heat pumps for temperature-sensitive patients.
Eligibility depends on medical needs and local climate risks like flooding or extreme heat.
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Additional Information
SAFE through Medicare Act
Print number: S 4358
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2026-04-21