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Fairer Payments for Nursing Homes in Alaska and Hawaii

This bill aims to ensure that nursing homes in Alaska and Hawaii receive fair payments under the Medicare program. This means residents in these states can expect more stable access to care services, as facilities will have better financial conditions to operate.
Key points
Allows adjustments to Medicare payment rates for skilled nursing facilities in Alaska and Hawaii.
Aims to account for unique circumstances, such as higher living and operating costs in these states.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2777
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-09-21