The bill H. R. 1703 seeks to amend the Social Security Act to change how payments are handled for certain manual wheelchairs under Medicare. It requires the establishment of specific billing codes for ultralightweight wheelchairs, especially those with high-tech materials...
Simple Explanation
Medicare wants to change how it pays for special lightweight wheelchairs, like those made from cool materials like titanium or carbon fiber, so people know if they'll need to pay more for them. This means people will get a clear heads-up on costs before choosing or renting these wheelchairs to make sure it's fair for everyone.