H.R. 1948 · 116th Congress
Lymphedema Treatment Act of 2019
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Jan Schakowsky
- Introduced
- 2019-03-28
- Latest action
- 2019-03-29 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Summary
Lymphedema Treatment Act of 2019
This bill includes certain lymphedema compression treatment items as covered durable medical equipment under Medicare. (Lymphedema is a condition of localized fluid retention and tissue swelling that is caused when the lymphatic system is damaged or blocked.)