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Rural Hospital Support: New Medicare Payment Rules

This act aims to improve funding for small rural hospitals and Medicare-dependent hospitals, potentially ensuring better access to healthcare for rural residents. The changes involve how payments are calculated, which should help these facilities maintain financial stability and provide services. Citizens may experience improved access to and quality of medical services in their local communities.
Key points
Rural and Medicare-dependent hospitals will receive revised payment calculation rules, potentially increasing their revenue.
New payment rules will take effect from October 1, 2022, aiming to ensure financial stability for hospitals.
The Medicare-dependent hospital program and the low-volume hospital program are extended, ensuring continued support.
The changes aim to maintain access to healthcare in smaller, rural communities.
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Print number: 117_S_4009
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2022-04-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural Hospital Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4009.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Rural and Medicare-dependent hospitals will receive revised payment calculation rules, potentially increasing their revenue.
  • New payment rules will take effect from October 1, 2022, aiming to ensure financial stability for hospitals.
  • The Medicare-dependent hospital program and the low-volume hospital program are extended, ensuring continued support.
  • The changes aim to maintain access to healthcare in smaller, rural communities.
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. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

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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