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Bill seeks to eliminate prior authorization for wheelchair repairs

June 25, 2026HME News Staff

WASHINGTON – Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., has introduced legislation that would remove prior authorization requirements from Medicare Advantage plans for maintenance and repairs to wheelchairs and other complex rehab technology (CRT). “When a wheelchair breaks down, daily life is disrupted,” said Pressley. “I’m grateful to my constituents and our disability justice advocates for informing this vital legislation.” Pressley announced the “Facilitating...

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