A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for certain fall prevention items under the Medicare program.

The Stand Strong for Medicare Act would expand Medicare coverage under title XVIII to include fall prevention items as durable medical equipment (DME) that can be prescribed by a physician or practitioner. The bill adds fall prevention items (such as grab bars, non-slip mats, shower chairs, and bed rails) to the list of items that may be covered, and it gives the Secretary of Health and Human Services authority to add other related items. It also requires that fall prevention items be furnished only when provided pursuant to an order from a physician or practitioner; items not ordered would not be covered. Additionally, the bill exempts payments for fall prevention items from federal budget sequestration reductions and sets the effective date at 60 days after enactment.