Access to Pediatric Technologies Act of 2025
Pediatric Medical Devices: National Payment Standards
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Congress is considering a plan to make it easier for doctors to use the latest medical devices designed specifically for children.
- The bill would require the government to set national payment rates for new pediatric technologies, which currently often lack clear pricing.
- Starting in 2026, companies that make these devices could request a standard price from the government to help hospitals and doctors afford the equipment.
- To qualify, a device must be approved by the FDA and either used mostly for kids or specially designed for their unique health needs.
- This change aims to fix a problem where new life-saving tools for children are slow to reach patients because of confusing or inconsistent payment rules.
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Milestones
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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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Access to Pediatric Technologies Act of 2025
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