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Ottobock and Hangar Inc, two global leaders in orthotics and prosthetics headquartered in Austin, are proud to celebrate the recent passage of HB 426, a critical bill that will expand access to cranial remolding orthoses (CROs) for children with Medicaid benefits in Texas. The legislation was signed into law earlier this month and will officially go into effect on September 1, 2025.
CROs are essential for treating conditions such as plagiocephaly and craniosynostosis—head shape deformities that, if left untreated, can lead to long-term developmental complications. Prior to HB 426, many Texas families faced significant financial barriers or delays in care due to lack of consistent coverage and clear eligibility standards.
Ottobock and Hanger, Inc. alongside members of the Texas O&P (orthotics and prosthetics) coalition, were instrumental in advocating for the bill. The two organizations worked together to raise awareness, meet with legislators, and rally community support, including organizing a Capitol Day this past April with patients, clinicians, and advocates across the state.
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