H.R. 5940

119th (2025–2027)

H.R. 5940

This bill prohibits the federal government from implementing a Medicare program called the WISeR (Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction) Model, which was proposed to require prior authorization for certain medical services. Prior authorization is a process where doctors must get approval from insurance companies before providing care to patients. The legislation affects Medicare beneficiaries—primarily seniors aged 65 and older—who would have faced potential delays in accessing medical services under the WISeR model. The bill contains no new funding requirements, as it simply blocks implementation of a proposed Medicare program. Introduced in November 2025 by a bipartisan group of House members, the bill aims to prevent what supporters view as unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles that could delay timely care for elderly Americans.

https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr5940/BILLS-119hr5940ih.htm