Better Medicare funding for critical care in long-term hospitals.
This bill establishes new payment rules under Medicare for Long-Term Care Hospitals (LTCHs) treating the most critically ill seniors. It creates an exception to standard, lower "site-neutral" payment rates, ensuring these hospitals receive higher funding for patients requiring the most intensive care. The goal is to secure access and quality of specialized care for high-acuity elderly patients.
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Long-Term Care Hospitals will receive higher Medicare payments for treating patients with the most severe conditions (the "high acuity criterion").
This change applies to hospital discharges occurring on or after October 1, 2025, aiming to maintain access to specialized care for seniors.
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