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- H.R.1948
H.R.1948: Lymphedema Treatment Act of 2019
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 28, 2019
- Latest Major Action March 29, 2019
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
386 (227 Democrats, 159 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 28, 2019
Bill Summary
Lymphedema Treatment Act of 2019 This bill includes certain lymphedema compression treatment items as covered 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 29, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 28, 2019 |
Referred to the.
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| March 28, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 28, 2019 |
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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| March 28, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) |