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Rural Hospital Support: New Healthcare Funding Rules

This act aims to increase financial support for small rural hospitals, which are crucial for healthcare access in remote areas. With new payment calculation rules, these hospitals may receive more funds, helping them maintain and improve the quality of medical services for residents.
Key points
Rural hospitals and Medicare-dependent hospitals will receive revised, more favorable payment calculation rules, potentially increasing their revenue.
The changes aim to ensure financial stability for small hospitals, leading to better access to doctors and medical services for rural residents.
The Medicare-dependent hospital program and the low-volume hospital program are extended, ensuring continued financial assistance.
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Print number: 117_HR_1887
Sponsor: Rep. Reed, Tom [R-NY-23]
Process start date: 2021-03-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural Hospital Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1887.

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:

  • Rural hospitals and Medicare-dependent hospitals will receive revised, more favorable payment calculation rules, potentially increasing their revenue.
  • The changes aim to ensure financial stability for small hospitals, leading to better access to doctors and medical services for rural residents.
  • The Medicare-dependent hospital program and the low-volume hospital program are extended, ensuring continued financial assistance.
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. Reed, Tom [R-NY-23].

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.

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