S.1996

Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act of 2025

Introduced·6/9/25

Expands Medicare coverage to include audiology services, effective January 1, 2027.

The Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act of 2025 amends the Social Security Act to enhance Medicare coverage by including audiology services. This change allows qualified audiologists to provide these services without the need for physician supervision or referral. The bill also adjusts payment rules to ensure qualified audiologists are compensated appropriately. The amendments apply to services provided on or after January 1, 2027, without expanding the scope of audiology services beyond current standards.

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History

Jun 9, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.