Bills · HR 1523
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1523MedicareHealth care coverage and access
PREVENT DIABETES Act
INTRO FEB 24· LAST ACTION FEB 24
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because type 2 diabetes is a widespread and costly health issue, and prevention programs are proven to help people avoid or delay its onset. Many individuals face barriers to accessing these programs, such as living far from a provider, having mobility issues, or lacking reliable transportation. By expanding Medicare coverage to include virtual-only programs, this bill addresses these common hurdles.
If this bill becomes law, more at-risk Medicare beneficiaries could access vital health coaching and support from the convenience of their homes, potentially leading to healthier lives, fewer cases of diabetes, and reduced healthcare costs in the long term. If it doesn't pass, many individuals would continue to lack convenient access to these important prevention services, and the administrative barriers for virtual programs would remain.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows entities to offer Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) services entirely online, using virtual technology.
This provision significantly expands access to crucial diabetes prevention services for Medicare beneficiaries who face barriers to in-person attendance.
PROVISION 02
Removes geographical barriers, allowing virtual MDPP suppliers to submit claims for payment even if the beneficiary is located in a different state.
This makes it easier for online programs to serve a national Medicare audience without being penalized for crossing state lines.
PROVISION 03
Ensures that there is no limit on the number of times an individual may enroll in the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program.
This supports continued engagement and provides flexibility for beneficiaries who may need to re-enroll or participate over an extended period.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 24
Introduced in House
FEB 24
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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1523
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 24, 2025
Last actionFeb 24, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 24, 2025
House BillHR 1523MedicareHealth care coverage and access
PREVENT DIABETES Act
INTRODUCED FEB 24, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 24, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
10
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
