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Support for Healthcare Providers: Medicare Payment Adjustments and Extensions

This act makes changes to the Medicare program, primarily by extending the suspension of certain payment cuts for doctors and other medical service providers. The goal is to support the healthcare system during the pandemic and ensure financial stability for facilities, which helps maintain access to services for patients.
Key points
Extends the temporary suspension of automatic Medicare payment cuts for healthcare providers until March 2022.
Provides additional payment adjustments for physicians and other professionals in 2022 to help them adapt to changes in the payment system.
Delays the implementation of new payment rules for clinical lab services and radiation oncology, providing financial stability for these types of facilities.
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Print number: 117_HR_6143
Sponsor: Rep. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8]
Process start date: 2021-12-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Health Care Providers During the COVID–19 Pandemic Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6143.

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 2021-12-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends the temporary suspension of automatic Medicare payment cuts for healthcare providers until March 2022.
  • Provides additional payment adjustments for physicians and other professionals in 2022 to help them adapt to changes in the payment system.
  • Delays the implementation of new payment rules for clinical lab services and radiation oncology, providing financial stability for these types of facilities.
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. Schrier, Kim [D-WA-8].

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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