H.R.5554

Stand Strong for Medicare Act of 2025

Introduced·9/23/25
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Stand Strong for Medicare Act of 2025 provides Medicare coverage for fall prevention items.

The Stand Strong for Medicare Act of 2025 amends title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for certain fall prevention items under the Medicare program. These items include grab bars, non-slip mats, shower chairs, bed rails, and other items specified by the Secretary. The coverage applies to items not furnished pursuant to a physician or practitioner order. Additionally, payments for these fall prevention items are exempt from any reduction due to sequestration. The amendments will take effect 60 days after the enactment of this Act.

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History

Sep 23, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Sep 23, 2025

House

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.