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H.R.930: Lymphedema Treatment Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Feb. 7, 2017
- Latest Major Action Feb. 21, 2017
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
385 (191 Democrats, 194 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Feb. 7, 2017
Bill Summary
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.)
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Feb. 21, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Feb. 10, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Feb. 7, 2017 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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Feb. 7, 2017 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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Feb. 7, 2017 |
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Feb. 7, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Dave Reichert (R-Wash.) |