Medicare Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act of 2025

# Medicare Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would expand Medicare coverage to include dental, vision, and hearing services—benefits currently not covered by traditional Medicare. If passed, it would cover routine dental cleanings and exams, fillings, extractions, dentures, and emergency dental care. For vision care, it would cover eye exams, eyeglasses, and contact lenses. For hearing, it would cover exams and hearing aids.

The bill would establish payment rates, out-of-pocket costs (coinsurance), and usage limits for these services. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This legislation would primarily benefit the approximately 67 million Medicare beneficiaries—mostly seniors age 65 and older—who currently must pay out-of-pocket for dental, vision, and hearing care. These are significant expenses for retirees on fixed incomes. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House. As a Democratic-sponsored bill, it would likely face debate about costs and implementation, as expanding Medicare benefits typically requires either increased funding or changes to the program's structure.