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Reducing Senior Hospitalizations: On-Site Care in Nursing Facilities

This new law aims to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations and emergency room visits for seniors living in skilled nursing facilities. It allows qualified medical teams to provide certain services directly in these facilities, potentially improving seniors' comfort and reducing hospital strain. The program is set to begin on January 1, 2022.
Key points
Allows for treatment of some conditions within the nursing facility, reducing stress and travel for seniors.
Nursing facilities must meet specific requirements, like having diagnostic equipment and 24/7 staff, to participate.
Seniors will have the right to choose between on-site treatment or transport to a hospital.
The program will be monitored for cost-effectiveness; if expenditures increase, it may be terminated.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4890
Sponsor: Rep. Kuster, Ann M. [D-NH-2]
Process start date: 2021-07-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RUSH Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4890.

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 2021-07-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows for treatment of some conditions within the nursing facility, reducing stress and travel for seniors.
  • Nursing facilities must meet specific requirements, like having diagnostic equipment and 24/7 staff, to participate.
  • Seniors will have the right to choose between on-site treatment or transport to a hospital.
  • The program will be monitored for cost-effectiveness; if expenditures increase, it may be terminated.
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. Kuster, Ann M. [D-NH-2].

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 2025-12-28.

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