Blended Rate Relief Reintroduced in the House
HR 2005 would establish a 75/25 blended Medicare reimbursement rate for DMEPOS in non-rural/ non-competitive bidding areas
By Meg Herndon
Legislation to bolster rates for a large segment of home medical equipment (HME) suppliers has been reintroduced in the House of Representatives. The DMEPOS Relief Act of 2025, HR 2005, establishes a 75/25 blended Medicare reimbursement rate for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies in non-rural/non-competitive bidding areas through the end of 2025.
The bill’s sponsors include Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa) and Paul Tonko (D-N.Y.), who are members of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, along with Reps. Randy Feenstra (R-Iowa) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), who serve on the Ways & Means Committee.
USE YOUR VOICE
To find messaging and guidance on contacting your representatives, visit aahomecare.org/hme-medicare-reimbursement-central.
VOICES OF SUPPORT
“Seeing this legislation quickly reintroduced in the early stages of the 119th Congress shows that our champions understand the need for restoring the 75/25 rate relief that expired at the end of 2023. We have bipartisan support, co-sponsors from the committees of jurisdiction for health care finance issues, and a passionate base of HME advocates who are ready to engage their legislators. It’s time to get to work!”
—Tom Ryan, President & CEO, American Association for Homecare
“Seniors and individuals with disabilities rely on durable medical equipment to maintain their health and independence. This bill ensures that those in need can continue to access essential equipment without unnecessary financial or logistical burdens. We must provide stability for patients, suppliers, and healthcare providers alike.”
—Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks
“Access to affordable home health equipment represents a critical need for countless Americans across the nation. Unfortunately, outdated reimbursement rates have made it increasingly difficult for seniors and other patients to access this vital care. (This legislation) will address the rising costs of this care and ensure every patient has access to the lifesaving equipment they need to live longer, healthier lives.”
—Rep. Paul Tonko
