ALS Better Care Act aims to improve Medicare coverage for ALS-related services.
The ALS Better Care Act amends title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage of ALS-related services under the Medicare program for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Key services include specialized physician or nurse practitioner support, occupational therapy, speech pathology, physical therapy, dietary support, respiratory support, registered nurse support, and coordination of durable medical equipment. The bill also mandates a report on challenges with the administration and staffing of ALS clinical trials and recommends actions to address these issues.
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