Medicare Home Health Accessibility Act

# Medicare Home Health Accessibility Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would change Medicare rules to allow seniors and disabled people to receive occupational therapy at home without needing other home health services first. Currently, Medicare only covers occupational therapy as a home health benefit if a patient already qualifies for home health services through another need, such as physical therapy. The bill would remove that requirement, making occupational therapy a standalone home health service. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects Medicare beneficiaries (seniors age 65+ and some disabled individuals) who need occupational therapy but don't require other home health services.

It could also impact home health agencies that provide these services and Medicare's costs, though the exact financial impact isn't specified. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Lloyd Smucker (R-PA) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.