A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for payment for services of radiologist assistants under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by Boozman, John (Republican-AR) · Senate · Introduced May 21, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would allow Medicare to directly pay radiologist assistants for their medical imaging services. Currently, radiologist assistants typically work under radiologist supervision, but Medicare does not provide separate payment for their services.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
May 21, 2026
In Committee
May 21, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Boozman, John
Independent · AR
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