The bill S.F. No. 1497 aims to increase the payment rates that diagnostic testing facilities receive for providing long-term ambulatory electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring services. These services involve using wearable devices that monitor heart activity for 48 hours or more to detect irregular heartbeats that could lead to serious health issues like stroke or cardiac arrest. The bill proposes that starting from January 1, 2026, or upon federal approval, whichever comes later, these facilities should be paid at least 100% of what Medicare reimburses for these services. This is outlined in an addition to section 256B.76 of the Minnesota Statutes.