Bill > S3730

This bill, the Emergency Medical Services Reimbursement for On-Scene Care and Support Act, amends Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, which governs Medicare, to expand coverage for ambulance services. Specifically, it introduces a new provision that, starting January 1, 2027, will allow Medicare to reimburse providers for ambulance services rendered at the scene, even if the patient is not transported by the ambulance. This means that emergency medical services that provide care and support on-site, but do not involve taking the patient to a hospital or other facility, will be eligible for reimbursement at a rate comparable to transportation services, ensuring that these essential on-scene interventions are covered under Medicare.

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