Easier Access to Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab under Medicare
New rules make it easier to access cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs under Medicare. This means more healthcare professionals, like physician assistants and nurse practitioners, can order and oversee these programs, speeding up treatment and improving patients' quality of life.
Key points
More medical professionals, beyond just physicians, can now order and supervise cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
The changes aim to expedite access to rehabilitation for Medicare beneficiaries.
The new rules will take effect six months after the law is enacted.
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