Breast Cancer Patient Equity Act
Last action on Jul 25, 2025Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 177.
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Summary
Breast Cancer Patient Equity Act
This bill provides for Medicare coverage of custom fabricated breast prostheses following the surgical removal of the breast (i.e., a mastectomy), including replacements of such prostheses. Currently, Medicare covers surgically implanted breast prostheses, as well as some external breast prostheses (e.g., post-surgical bras).
Lifecycle of the Bill
The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-217, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.
Jul 25, 2025
The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-217, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.
Jul 25, 2025
