Easier Access to Comprehensive PACE Care for Seniors
This act aims to improve access to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), especially for Medicare-only beneficiaries. It introduces flexibility in setting fees for non-Medicare services, allows enrollment at any time during the month, and streamlines the approval process for new PACE facilities. Additionally, the act mandates pilot programs to expand PACE eligibility for high-need, high-cost populations and requires an evaluation of the program's effectiveness in rural areas.
Key points
Medicare-only beneficiaries can more easily join PACE, with flexible fees for non-Medicare services based on individual health status.
Enrollment in PACE is now possible at any time during the month, allowing for quicker access to care.
Streamlined approval process for new PACE sites and service area expansions, increasing program availability.
Pilot programs will expand PACE eligibility to high-need, high-cost individuals not previously covered.
Mandatory evaluation of PACE program effectiveness in rural and underserved areas to identify best practices and guide future development.
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