Federal bill proposes adding wigs to Medicare coverage as durable medical equipment
February 12, 2026
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Where This Stands
Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Version history
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View official text →The Frame
This change would expand the scope of items eligible for Medicare reimbursement, potentially reducing out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries who require wigs for medical reasons.
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Medicare beneficiaries
Beneficiaries would gain access to Medicare coverage for wigs if they are classified as durable medical equipment.
Current stage: in_committee.
Floor Vote.
Summary
Key Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Why It Matters
This change would expand the scope of items eligible for Medicare reimbursement, potentially reducing out-of-pocket costs for beneficiaries who require wigs for medical reasons.
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Discoveries
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Expansion of DME definition
The bill seeks to expand the definition of durable medical equipment to include non-traditional medical items like wigs.
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