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Improving Quality Standards for Continuous Skilled Nursing Services in Medicaid.

This bill aims to raise the quality of continuous home nursing care provided through Medicaid, especially for patients with complex needs. It mandates the development of national quality standards and requires that complex care exceeding two continuous hours daily be delivered only by licensed nurses. Citizens relying on Medicaid can expect safer and more consistent home-based care.
Key points
"Private Duty Nursing Services" will be renamed "Continuous Skilled Nursing Services" under Medicaid.
For complex patients needing over 2 continuous hours of daily care, services must be provided by a licensed nurse (RN or LPN).
New, nationwide quality standards will be developed and published to ensure a uniform and high level of care across all states.
Continuous skilled nursing care will be formally included in Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), improving access to non-institutional care.
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Print number: 118_S_4122
Sponsor: Sen. Vance, J. D. [R-OH]
Process start date: 2024-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Continuous Skilled Nursing Quality 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_4122.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • "Private Duty Nursing Services" will be renamed "Continuous Skilled Nursing Services" under Medicaid.
  • For complex patients needing over 2 continuous hours of daily care, services must be provided by a licensed nurse (RN or LPN).
  • New, nationwide quality standards will be developed and published to ensure a uniform and high level of care across all states.
  • Continuous skilled nursing care will be formally included in Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), improving access to non-institutional care.
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. Vance, J. D. [R-OH].

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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