To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage of ALS-related services under the Medicare program for individuals diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and for other purposes.

Key Provisions

• Adds specialized ALS care, like therapy and doctor support, to Medicare coverage starting January 1, 2027.
• Creates a new Medicare payment system for clinics that treat ALS, starting with $800 per visit in 2027, in addition to other payments.
• Requires people with ALS to pay nothing out-of-pocket for these new services.
• Requires the government to study and recommend fair payment amounts for ALS care every three years, starting January 1, 2027.
• Requires a report on challenges in ALS clinical trials to help find new treatments, due 90 days after the bill becomes law.