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Medicare Payment Adjustments for Alaska and Hawaii Nursing Facilities.

This act allows for adjustments to Medicare payment rates for skilled nursing facilities in Alaska and Hawaii. The goal is to account for their unique circumstances, potentially impacting the financial stability of these facilities and service availability for seniors.
Key points
Authorizes Medicare payment rate adjustments for nursing facilities in Alaska and Hawaii.
Aims to address the unique operating conditions of facilities in these states.
May improve access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries in these regions.
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Print number: 118_HR_3198
Sponsor: Rep. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
Process start date: 2023-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Equitable Payments for Nursing Facilities Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3198.

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 2023-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes Medicare payment rate adjustments for nursing facilities in Alaska and Hawaii.
  • Aims to address the unique operating conditions of facilities in these states.
  • May improve access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries in these regions.
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. Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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