H.R. 1608 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Lymphedema Treatment Act
H.R. 1608 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) was introduced on Mar 25, 2015, sponsored by David G. Reichert with 261 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 25, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 261
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Lymphedema Treatment Act This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to cover certain lymphedema compression treatment items as 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.)
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
David G. Reichert (R-WA). Co-sponsors: 145 Democrats, 116 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 25, 2015
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Apr 7, 2015)
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