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Improving Nursing Home Care Quality and Transparency

This act aims to enhance the quality of care in nursing homes covered by both Medicare and Medicaid. It introduces new facility rating systems to provide citizens with easier access to information on service quality. This will help in choosing the best facilities and ensuring better protection of residents' rights.
Key points
Establishment of an Advisory Council on Nursing Facility Rankings to study and recommend best evaluation methods.
Implementation of a ranking system for nursing facilities, categorizing them into high-rated and low-rated groups.
Creation of a high-rated facility program to encourage and reward compliance with requirements and promote good practices.
Conversion of the special focus facility program into a low-rated facility program, with additional requirements and corrective actions.
Increased transparency of nursing home information on the Nursing Home Compare website, including their ranking status.
Mandatory notifications for residents and their families about a facility's participation in the low-rated program.
Introduction of on-site consultations and educational programs for low-rated facilities to help them improve care quality.
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Print number: 117_HR_1985
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Nursing Home Reform Modernization Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1985.

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 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of an Advisory Council on Nursing Facility Rankings to study and recommend best evaluation methods.
  • Implementation of a ranking system for nursing facilities, categorizing them into high-rated and low-rated groups.
  • Creation of a high-rated facility program to encourage and reward compliance with requirements and promote good practices.
  • Conversion of the special focus facility program into a low-rated facility program, with additional requirements and corrective actions.
  • Increased transparency of nursing home information on the Nursing Home Compare website, including their ranking status.
  • Mandatory notifications for residents and their families about a facility's participation in the low-rated program.
  • Introduction of on-site consultations and educational programs for low-rated facilities to help them improve care quality.
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. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9].

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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