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Rural Hospital Support: Medicare Payments Extended, GAO Report Ordered.

This act aims to ensure financial stability for rural hospitals, crucial for maintaining healthcare access for residents in these areas. It extends special Medicare payments for Medicare-dependent and low-volume hospitals, helping them cover costs. Additionally, the act mandates a review of rural hospital classifications to streamline the system and improve service accessibility.
Key points
Rural hospitals will receive extended Medicare financial support until October 2031, helping them maintain operations.
The government will analyze current rural hospital classifications to find ways to simplify the system and improve healthcare access in rural areas.
Rural residents can expect more stable access to medical services due to support for local hospitals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1805
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Carol D. [R-WV-1]
Process start date: 2025-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ARCH Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1805.

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 2025-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Rural hospitals will receive extended Medicare financial support until October 2031, helping them maintain operations.
  • The government will analyze current rural hospital classifications to find ways to simplify the system and improve healthcare access in rural areas.
  • Rural residents can expect more stable access to medical services due to support for local hospitals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Miller, Carol D. [R-WV-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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