S 1168119th CongressIntroduced

Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025

Introduced: Oct 28, 2025

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

S. 1168 amends Medicare to cover portable ultrasound transportation and set‑up services, providing separate payments similar to X‑ray services and effective January 1, 2027.

Key Points

1Amends Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include portable ultrasound transportation and set‑up services under Medicare.
2Creates a separate payment schedule for these services, mirroring the existing X‑ray payment structure.
3Effective date set for services furnished on or after January 1, 2027.
4Requires the Secretary to specify requirements for suppliers, substantially similar to those for X‑ray services.

Impact Areas

Medicare beneficiaries receiving portable ultrasound services.Portable ultrasound transportation and set‑up providers.Medicare program and its payment system.

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