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Medicare Sequestration Relief Extended Through COVID-19 Emergency.

This act extends the temporary suspension of Medicare payment cuts, ensuring healthcare providers continue to receive full payments for services. This measure aims to support the healthcare system and maintain access to care for citizens during the pandemic. To offset the costs, the period for other government spending cuts will be extended by one year, until 2031.
Key points
The suspension of Medicare payment cuts for hospitals and doctors is extended until the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.
This means healthcare providers will receive full payments, potentially helping to stabilize the healthcare system and service availability.
To offset the costs, the period for other federal budget cuts will be extended by one year, until 2031.
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Print number: 117_S_748
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2021-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Medicare Sequester Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_748.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The suspension of Medicare payment cuts for hospitals and doctors is extended until the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.
  • This means healthcare providers will receive full payments, potentially helping to stabilize the healthcare system and service availability.
  • To offset the costs, the period for other federal budget cuts will be extended by one year, until 2031.
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. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

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 2026-01-02.

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