Expands Medicare coverage to include wigs as durable medical equipment for those with medical necessity.
This bill amends title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program. It requires a dermatologist, oncologist, or attending physician to certify the medical necessity of the wig as part of a rehabilitative treatment or for hair loss caused by conditions such as autoimmune diseases, cancer, or chemotherapy. The bill also makes conforming amendments to ensure the new coverage is properly classified and billed.
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