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Briefing: Opinion: Congress must pass legislation to ensure Medicare covers breakthrough medical technologies
Strategic angle: Congress must pass bipartisan legislation to ensure Medicare coverage of breakthrough medical technologies, writes a physician and inventor.
editorial-staff
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Updated 26 days ago
The current landscape of medical technology is rapidly evolving, necessitating legislative action to ensure Medicare's coverage aligns with these advancements.
Bipartisan support for such legislation would not only enhance patient access to innovative treatments but also stabilize the healthcare infrastructure by integrating new technologies.
Failure to act could result in a disconnect between technological advancements and their accessibility, potentially undermining the effectiveness of the healthcare system.