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H.R. 1703

Choices for Increased Mobility Act of 2026

📅 Oct 14, 2026
Summary:
• Requires the Secretary to establish separate HCPCS codes for ultralightweight manual wheelchairs based on construction materials, with different codes for bases with titanium or carbon fiber versus those without such materials, effective January 1, 2026
• Allows suppliers to charge individuals the difference between Medicare's payment amount and the supplier's actual charge for ultralightweight manual wheelchairs with titanium or carbon fiber construction materials
• Authorizes the Secretary to require suppliers to provide advance notice to individuals about their potential financial liability before purchasing or renting such wheelchairs
Additional Details:
• Specifies that Medicare payment to suppliers will be made in the same frequency and amount as would otherwise be made under existing Medicare Part B payment rules for such wheelchairs
• Amends Section 1834(a) of the Social Security Act by adding these provisions as a new paragraph (23) regarding special rules for certain manual wheelchairs
• Applies these payment rules and beneficiary protections specifically to ultralightweight manual wheelchairs furnished on or after January 1, 2026

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