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S.497: Lymphedema Treatment Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 2, 2017
- Latest Major Action March 2, 2017
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
66 (42 Democrats, 2 Independent Democrats, 22 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - March 2, 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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March 2, 2017 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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March 2, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) |