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Disapproval of Medicare Inpatient Rehabilitation Payment Changes

This resolution aims to block new rules regarding payments for inpatient rehabilitation services under the Medicare program. If passed, these rules, which were set to take effect in fiscal year 2025, will not be implemented. This means that the current methods for funding and quality reporting of rehabilitation services for Medicare beneficiaries will remain unchanged.
Key points
Halting new payment rules for inpatient rehabilitation under Medicare.
No changes to how Medicare rehabilitation services are funded and quality reported in 2025.
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Print number: 118_HJRES_216
Sponsor: Rep. Palmer, Gary J. [R-AL-6]
Process start date: 2024-10-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare Program; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2025 and Updates to the IRF Quality Reporting Program".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HJRES_216.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-10-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Halting new payment rules for inpatient rehabilitation under Medicare.
  • No changes to how Medicare rehabilitation services are funded and quality reported in 2025.
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 Rep. Palmer, Gary J. [R-AL-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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