Choices for Increased Mobility Act of 2026

Key Points

• This bill changes how Medicare pays for high-end manual wheelchairs made of titanium or carbon fiber. These materials are much lighter and easier to use than standard metal, but they also cost more to manufacture.
• Starting in 2026, the government would create new billing codes for these specific materials. This allows Medicare to track these items separately from standard wheelchairs to better understand what patients are using.
• Medicare would pay its usual amount for a basic ultralightweight wheelchair. Patients would then be allowed to pay the extra cost themselves if they want the more expensive titanium or carbon fiber model.
• To prevent surprise costs, wheelchair companies would have to give patients a written notice. This notice must explain exactly how much the patient will owe before they buy or rent the equipment.

Impact Analysis

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