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New Identification Rules for Off-Campus Medical Facilities

New regulations require medical facilities operating off-campus from a main hospital to have their own unique identification number. This aims to better track medical services and ensure compliance, potentially affecting how healthcare services are billed to patients.
Key points
Each off-campus outpatient department must obtain and use a unique health identifier separate from the main provider for billing purposes.
Providers must submit an attestation to the government confirming that their off-campus departments comply with specific regulatory requirements.
These changes will take effect from January 1, 2026, allowing time for medical facilities to adapt to the new requirements.
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Print number: 118_HR_3237
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, John [R-PA-13]
Process start date: 2023-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require each off-campus outpatient department of a provider to include a unique identifier on claims for items and services, and to require providers with a department of a provider to submit to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services an attestation with respect to each such department.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3237.

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 2023-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Each off-campus outpatient department must obtain and use a unique health identifier separate from the main provider for billing purposes.
  • Providers must submit an attestation to the government confirming that their off-campus departments comply with specific regulatory requirements.
  • These changes will take effect from January 1, 2026, allowing time for medical facilities to adapt to the new requirements.
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. Joyce, John [R-PA-13].

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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