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This bill aims to expand Medicare coverage for annual wellness visits at rural health clinics by allowing registered nurses (RNs) to provide personalized prevention plan services, which were previously only covered when performed by physicians. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 1861(aa)(1) of the Social Security Act to include services performed by licensed RNs as a billable component of rural health clinic visits. The services must include personalized prevention plan services, which are typically comprehensive health assessments that help patients understand their current health status and develop strategies for maintaining or improving their well-being. The amendments will take effect on the date of the bill's enactment and will apply to all items and services furnished on or after that date. By expanding the types of healthcare professionals who can provide these wellness visits, the bill seeks to improve healthcare access and preventive care options for patients in rural areas, where healthcare resources can often be more limited. The bill is officially titled the "RNs for Rural Health Act of 2025" and represents an effort to leverage the expertise of registered nurses in providing essential preventive healthcare services.

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