S. 1406In committeeHealth care
Bill would overhaul Medicare payment rules for home oxygen therapy
Data as of July 13, 2026
The SOAR Act of 2025 would remove home oxygen from Medicare's competitive bidding program starting in 2026.35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill removes home oxygen equipment from Medicare's competitive bidding program starting in 2026 and replaces it with a new payment formula, including higher rates for liquid oxygen and extra payments for high oxygen flow needs. It also defines required supplier services, allows direct Medicare payment for respiratory therapists, creates a standardized doctor form to justify oxygen need, and establishes a formal list of patient rights.
Who does it affect?
Medicare beneficiaries who use home oxygen therapy, durable medical equipment suppliers, and respiratory therapists.
Why does it matter?
The changes could alter how much suppliers are paid and what services and protections patients are guaranteed, affecting access to and quality of home oxygen therapy under Medicare.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
SOAR Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- April 10, 2025
- Latest action:
- April 10, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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