H.R.8319

KIDNEY Remote Monitoring Act Keeping Individuals with Dialysis Needs Equipped through Year-round Remote Monitoring Act

Introduced·4/16/26

Expands remote monitoring services for individuals with end-stage renal disease under Medicare.

The KIDNEY Remote Monitoring Act amends the Social Security Act to expand remote monitoring services for individuals with end-stage renal disease receiving home dialysis under Medicare. Effective January 1, 2028, physicians can receive payment for these remote services. This change aims to enhance care for individuals with end-stage renal disease by incorporating remote monitoring into their treatment plans.

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History

Apr 16

House

Introduced in House

Apr 16

House

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.