RECOVER Act of 2026
Medicare: Full Payment for Multiple Therapy Visits
The RECOVER Act of 2026 is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to two House committees for review and is not yet scheduled for a vote. The bill is considered active as it waits for these committees to begin their work.
Legislative Progress
While this bill helps healthcare providers, it would increase Medicare spending. It currently lacks the broad bipartisan support usually needed to pass major payment changes.
Key Points
- This bill stops Medicare from cutting payments when a patient receives more than one therapy service on the same day. Currently, Medicare reduces the payment for the second and any following services by 50 percent.
- The change would apply to physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology services. It is designed to make sure clinics are fully paid for the time and work they provide to seniors and people with disabilities.
- If passed, the new rules would start on January 1, 2027. This would help outpatient clinics and rehabilitation centers stay in business and continue serving their communities.
- Supporters say the current 50 percent cut makes it harder for patients to get all the care they need in one visit. By removing the cut, the bill aims to improve access to essential recovery services.
Impact Analysis
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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.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
RECOVER Act of 2026
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