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Hospital Care at Home: Extended Access and New Rules

This act extends the ability to receive hospital care at home, including telehealth services, for two years after the end of the emergency period. This means patients can continue to receive treatment in the comfort of their homes, potentially improving convenience and access to medical services. It also introduces new rules regarding safety and nursing availability.
Key points
Hospital care at home, including telehealth, is extended for two years beyond the emergency period.
Virtual 24-hour access to nurses and doctors will satisfy care requirements.
Home safety requirements will be deemed met if the home care program considers them safe.
The government will evaluate the quality, safety, and cost of hospital-at-home programs to inform future changes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3792
Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2022-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hospital Inpatient Services Modernization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3792.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospital care at home, including telehealth, is extended for two years beyond the emergency period.
  • Virtual 24-hour access to nurses and doctors will satisfy care requirements.
  • Home safety requirements will be deemed met if the home care program considers them safe.
  • The government will evaluate the quality, safety, and cost of hospital-at-home programs to inform future changes.
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 Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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