Federal HB7546 seeks to amend Medicare to cover wigs as durable medical equipment.

Federal HB7546 proposes to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include wigs as durable medical equipment under Medicare. This bill would require a dermatologist, oncologist, or attending physician to certify the medical necessity of the wigs as part of rehabilitative treatment or for hair loss caused by health conditions. The bill also includes a conforming amendment to ensure proper coverage and certification processes.

Federal HB7546 seeks to amend Medicare to cover wigs as durable medical equipment.

Federal HB7546 proposes to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include wigs as durable medical equipment under Medicare. This bill would require a dermatologist, oncologist, or attending physician to certify the medical necessity of the wigs as part of rehabilitative treatment or for hair loss caused by health conditions. The bill also includes a conforming amendment to ensure proper coverage and certification processes.