Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023

H.R. 1610, the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2023, would expand the scope of services that Medicare covers when provided by a chiropractor. Currently, Medicare only pays for manual manipulation of the spine to correct a subluxation (a partial dislocation of a joint). If passed, this bill would allow Medicare beneficiaries to receive coverage for all services a chiropractor is legally authorized to provide under their specific state’s license, such as diagnostic imaging, laboratory tests, and other non-surgical treatments. This change aims to provide seniors with more options for pain management and musculoskeletal care while aligning Medicare’s chiropractic benefits with those offered by many private insurance plans and the Veterans Health Administration.