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US HB7336
Bill
Status
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Janice Schakowsky
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AI Summary
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Establishes Medicare coverage for ALS-related services beginning January 1, 2027, including specialized physician/nurse practitioner support, occupational therapy, speech pathology, physical therapy, dietary support, respiratory support, registered nurse support, and durable medical equipment coordination
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Creates a single payment system of $800 per visit in 2027, with annual adjustments based on an ALS services market basket percentage increase and triennial Comptroller General reviews to recommend higher payment amounts if warranted
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Eliminates cost sharing for ALS-related services and requires payments be made on an assignment-related basis, with additional payment adjustments for providers participating in ALS clinical trials
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Requires the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke to submit a report to Congress within 90 days identifying challenges in administering and staffing ALS clinical trials, along with recommended actions and legislative proposals
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Defines qualified providers as those capable of furnishing ALS-related services who meet Secretary-prescribed requirements developed in consultation with ALS patients, physicians, and professional organizations with ALS expertise
Legislative Description
ALS Better Care Act
Health
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2/3/2026