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Medicare Cybersecurity Rules: Protecting Hospitals and Payments from Cyberattacks.

This bill aims to strengthen the security of medical data and ensure continuous healthcare operations. Hospitals and medical providers participating in Medicare must meet minimum cybersecurity standards. If they suffer a cyberattack and require emergency accelerated payments from Medicare, they will be denied those funds unless they have implemented the required security measures.
Key points
Medicare providers (hospitals and suppliers) must meet minimum cybersecurity standards set by the Secretary of HHS.
Failure to meet these standards means the provider cannot receive emergency accelerated Medicare payments if the need for funds is caused by a cyber incident.
The rules apply two years after the law is enacted, allowing time for healthcare entities to upgrade their security systems.
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Print number: 118_S_4054
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Process start date: 2024-03-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health Care Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4054.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicare providers (hospitals and suppliers) must meet minimum cybersecurity standards set by the Secretary of HHS.
  • Failure to meet these standards means the provider cannot receive emergency accelerated Medicare payments if the need for funds is caused by a cyber incident.
  • The rules apply two years after the law is enacted, allowing time for healthcare entities to upgrade their security systems.
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 Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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