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To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-7546| House 
| Updated: 2/12/2026
James P. McGovern

James P. McGovern

Democratic Representative

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (1)
Ayanna Pressley (Democratic)

Ways and Means Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes to expand Medicare coverage by classifying cranial prostheses , commonly known as wigs, as durable medical equipment. It amends Section 1861(n) of the Social Security Act to include these items, provided they are certified as medically necessary. For coverage, a dermatologist, oncologist, or attending physician must provide written certification that the cranial prostheses are needed for a proposed course of rehabilitative treatment or for hair loss resulting from specific health conditions. These conditions include autoimmune diseases, cancer, or chemotherapy . A conforming amendment to Section 1862(a)(1) clarifies that cranial prostheses not certified in this manner would not be covered, ensuring proper medical oversight for eligibility.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-3332
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5430
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4034
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-2925
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.
Feb 12, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-3872
Introduced in Senate
Feb 12, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 12, 2026
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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-3332
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5430
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4034
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-2925
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • February 12, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-3872
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 12, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 12, 2026
    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.

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-3872: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-7546| House 
| Updated: 2/12/2026
This bill proposes to expand Medicare coverage by classifying cranial prostheses , commonly known as wigs, as durable medical equipment. It amends Section 1861(n) of the Social Security Act to include these items, provided they are certified as medically necessary. For coverage, a dermatologist, oncologist, or attending physician must provide written certification that the cranial prostheses are needed for a proposed course of rehabilitative treatment or for hair loss resulting from specific health conditions. These conditions include autoimmune diseases, cancer, or chemotherapy . A conforming amendment to Section 1862(a)(1) clarifies that cranial prostheses not certified in this manner would not be covered, ensuring proper medical oversight for eligibility.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-3332
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5430
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4034
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-2925
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.
Feb 12, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-3872
Introduced in Senate
Feb 12, 2026
Introduced in House
Feb 12, 2026
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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-3332
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5430
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4034
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-2925
    To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.


  • February 12, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-3872
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 12, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • February 12, 2026
    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.
James P. McGovern

James P. McGovern

Democratic Representative

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (1)
Ayanna Pressley (Democratic)

Ways and Means Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-3872: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for wigs as durable medical equipment under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted