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Easier Access to Innovative Rehabilitation Centers under Medicare.

New regulations aim to facilitate access to specialized rehabilitation centers for individuals covered by the Medicare program. This ensures that citizens needing advanced rehabilitation, especially after brain or spinal cord injuries, will have continued access to these facilities, allowing them to pursue research and treatment. The act increases transparency regarding these centers, helping patients choose appropriate facilities.
Key points
Public List of Innovative Rehabilitation Centers: The government will regularly publish a list of centers meeting high standards, making it easier for patients to find them.
Support for Research and Innovation: Centers conducting research on brain and spinal cord injuries will maintain access to the Medicare program, supporting the development of new treatments.
Increased Transparency: Information about facility qualifications will be publicly available, increasing patient trust and awareness.
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Additional Information
Dr. Joanne Smith Memorial Rehabilitation Innovation Centers Act of 2022
Print number: S 2834
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-09-23
Voting date: 2022-12-22
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 535