Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act

Medicare Orthotics and Prosthetics Patient-Centered Care Act

This bill prohibits payment under Medicare for a prosthesis, custom-fabricated orthosis, or off-the-shelf orthotics that is delivered via a drop shipment (i.e., shipped to an individual who does not have training in how to properly fit or care for the device). It also specifically allows for payment of replacements of custom-fitted devices.