Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act

United States119th CongressS-1805Senate
Updated: May 19, 2025

Summary

This bill aims to expand the types of healthcare professionals authorized to fulfill the documentation requirements for Medicare coverage of therapeutic shoes for individuals with diabetes. Specifically, it amends Section 1861(s)(12) of the Social Security Act to include nurse practitioners and physician assistants alongside physicians in satisfying this crucial documentation. This legislative change aims to enhance patient access to essential diabetic footwear by leveraging the expertise of a broader range of qualified providers, ultimately streamlining the process for beneficiaries.

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Timeline

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HR-1616: Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act

Introduced in House

  1. Introduced in Senate

  2. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2973-2974)

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