What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5128.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-08-01.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr5128/BILLS-118hr5128ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5128

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Stabilizing Medicare Payments for Home Health Care

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Removes payment adjustment mechanisms that could reduce funding for home health agencies, ensuring more stable revenue. Requires home health agencies to collect and report detailed financial and utilization data, increasing transparency and aiding in assessing impact on access to care. Aims to protect access to home health care for Medicare beneficiaries by ensuring financial stability for service providers.

This act aims to ensure financial stability for home health agencies under the Medicare program. This means individuals relying on home health care can expect greater certainty regarding the availability and quality of these services, as agencies will have more predictable funding. The changes are set to take effect retroactively from 2018, impacting how services are billed from 2024 onwards.

Key points

Removes payment adjustment mechanisms that could reduce funding for home health agencies, ensuring more stable revenue.

Requires home health agencies to collect and report detailed financial and utilization data, increasing transparency and aiding in assessing impact on access to care.

Aims to protect access to home health care for Medicare beneficiaries by ensuring financial stability for service providers.

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Additional Information

Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2023

Print number: HR 5128

Sponsor: Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]

Process start date: 2023-08-01

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