Bills · S 2829
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2829Health
Preventive Home Visit Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it focuses on proactive healthcare rather than just reacting to health problems after they occur. By allowing Medicare to cover preventive home visits, it could help many older adults identify and fix potential dangers in their homes, such as tripping hazards or inadequate nutrition, before they lead to serious injuries or illnesses. This could significantly improve the quality of life for seniors, helping them live safely and independently at home for longer.
If this bill becomes law, it could potentially reduce the number of costly hospitalizations due to falls or other preventable issues, which could have long-term benefits for the healthcare system. If it doesn't pass, Medicare beneficiaries will continue to lack coverage for comprehensive preventive home assessments, potentially missing opportunities to address risks before they escalate.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Adds 'preventive home visits' as a new covered service under Medicare Part B.
This provision expands the types of healthcare services available to Medicare beneficiaries, focusing on proactive in-home care.
PROVISION 02
Defines a preventive home visit as an assessment of the home environment to identify health risks, provide referrals for interventions, home modifications, or nutrition improvements.
This clarifies what the service entails, ensuring it targets specific areas like fall prevention, physical function, and nutrition.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that Medicare will cover 100% of the cost for these preventive home visits.
This makes the service free for beneficiaries, removing financial barriers to accessing preventive care.
PROVISION 04
Limits the frequency of coverage for a preventive home visit to no more than once every two years.
This sets a clear boundary on how often the service can be utilized per individual, managing costs and resource allocation.
PROVISION 05
Establishes an effective date of January 1, 2027, for the new coverage.
This provides a specific timeline for when the new benefit will become available to Medicare beneficiaries.
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2 EVENTSSEP 17
Introduced in Senate
SEP 17
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2829
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 17, 2025
Last actionSep 17, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FINANCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 17, 2025
Senate BillS 2829Health
Preventive Home Visit Act
INTRODUCED SEP 17, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 17, 2025
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