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Full Legislative Text Released for Bipartisan Ostomy and Urological Supply Bill- H.R. 10787

Published in VGM Government Relations on October 15, 2026

Representatives Brad Schneider (IL-10) and Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) have introduced the bipartisan Access to Medical Supplies Act, legislation designed to protect Medicare beneficiaries who rely on ostomy and urological supplies. 

The bill would: 

  • Exclude ostomy and urological supplies from Medicare's Competitive Acquisition (Competitive Bidding) Program for five years (Jan. 1, 2028, through Dec. 31, 2032) 
  • Create a technical expert panel made up of patients, caregivers, clinicians, suppliers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders to evaluate the impact of competitive bidding and recommend improvements 
  • Establish a demonstration project to study how competitive bidding affects patient access, quality of care, and health outcomes before broader implementation 

This legislation recognizes the unique needs of individuals who depend on these critical supplies and seeks to ensure patient access remains the top priority. 

Click here to view the press release. 

View the full bill text here. 

“For individuals who rely on ostomy and urological supplies, access to the right product can have a direct impact on their health, independence, and quality of life,” said Ike Isaacson, SVP of VGM Government Relations. “This legislation takes a thoughtful approach by ensuring policymakers fully understand the potential impact of competitive bidding before making changes that could disrupt access to these essential medical supplies. We applaud Representatives Schneider and Murphy for putting patients first.” 

Take Action: Contact your U.S. Representative and Senators and ask them to support the Access to Medical Supplies Act. Legislator support will be critical to moving this important bill forward. 

Why it matters: Ostomy and urological supplies are not one-size-fits-all products. Patients often require individualized products, education, and ongoing support. This bill would help ensure those needs are considered before any expansion of competitive bidding. 

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