H.R. 930 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Lymphedema Treatment Act
H.R. 930 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on Feb 7, 2017, sponsored by David G. Reichert with 385 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 7, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 385
- 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: 191 Democrats, 194 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 7, 2017
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Feb 21, 2017)
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