Diabetes Foot Health Access and Modernization Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The Diabetes Foot Health Access and Modernization Act would treat podiatric physicians as physicians under Medicaid, allowing beneficiaries to receive foot and ankle care through their plans. It also clarifies the documentation needed for Medicare to cover extra‑depth or custom‑molded diabetic shoes. The changes aim to improve foot health outcomes for people with diabetes and other conditions who rely on these programs.
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