This bill would require Medicare to cover and reimburse the transportation and setup costs associated with portable ultrasound services, bringing them into alignment with how Medicare already handles portable X-ray services. Currently, Medicare provides separate payments for the logistics of delivering and setting up portable X-ray equipment, but portable ultrasound services receive no such reimbursement despite serving similar clinical purposes. The legislation directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish payment rates and supplier requirements for portable ultrasound transportation and setup that mirror those already in place for portable X-ray services. The changes would take effect on January 1, 2026, giving healthcare providers and Medicare time to prepare for implementation. This bill primarily affects Medicare beneficiaries, healthcare providers who offer portable ultrasound services, and medical equipment suppliers.
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