H.R. 1667 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent 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, Feb 27, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryMedicare coverage expands to include acupuncture
This bill would add acupuncture services to what Medicare covers. That includes acupuncture provided by acupuncturists as well as acupuncture provided by physicians who are authorized by their state to offer it.
How it affects you
If you're on Medicare, you'd gain access to acupuncture as a covered treatment option, meaning the program would help pay for those services. This could make acupuncture more affordable and accessible for older adults who use Medicare.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Feb 27, 2025)
Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act of 2025
This bill provides for Medicare coverage of acupuncturist services, including those provided by a physician (as authorized under state law).
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH. R. 1667
A BILL
Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act of 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA-28) · Introduced Feb 27, 2025 · Health · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Feb 27, 2025: “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.”