This bill proposes to amend the Social Security Act to authorize Medicare payment for services provided by radiologist assistants. It aims to integrate these advanced-level radiographers into the Medicare program, recognizing their role as crucial members of the radiologist-led team who work strictly under the supervision of a radiologist to enhance patient care and efficiency in imaging. The legislation defines "radiologist assistant services" as those that would typically be physician services, performed by a certified radiographer under a radiologist's supervision and legally authorized by the state. A key provision specifies that payment for these services will be made directly to the supervising radiologist , especially when furnished in covered facility settings like hospitals or ambulatory surgical centers. This ensures that radiologist assistants operate within their defined scope, are not qualified to interpret radiological examinations, and do not practice independently. The changes outlined in this bill are slated to take effect for services provided on or after January 1, 2027.