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Support for Rural Health Clinics: Medicare Payment Adjustments

This act aims to adjust how the Medicare program pays rural health clinics for services provided. These changes can help ensure financial stability for these facilities, leading to better access to medical care for residents in rural and underserved areas.
Key points
New rules for calculating payments to rural health clinics, considering inflation and previous rates.
Streamlined enrollment for clinics that started operations or applied by the end of 2020.
Changes apply retroactively from the enactment of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
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Additional Information
RUSH Protection Act of 2021
Print number: HR 1885
Sponsor: Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3]
Process start date: 2021-03-12
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Support for Rural Health Clinics: Medicare Payment Adjustments

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 1885.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New rules for calculating payments to rural health clinics, considering inflation and previous rates.
  • Streamlined enrollment for clinics that started operations or applied by the end of 2020.
  • Changes apply retroactively from the enactment of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 1885

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