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Streamlining Medicare Quality Reporting for Health Care Efficiency

This act aims to simplify how medical facilities report data on the quality of services provided under the Medicare program. This ensures citizens that healthcare data is collected more flexibly and efficiently, potentially improving service quality. It also introduces a digital reporting pilot program to further modernize the system.
Key points
Increased flexibility in choosing methods for reporting healthcare quality data for medical facilities participating in Medicare.
Easier compliance with data completeness requirements, potentially reducing administrative burdens for healthcare providers.
Introduction of a pilot program for digital quality data reporting, which could lead to faster and more precise monitoring of care quality.
Potential for exemption from reporting certain data for facilities participating in the pilot program, encouraging testing of new solutions.
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Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5347
Sponsor: Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]
Process start date: 2025-09-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health Care Efficiency Through Flexibility Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5347.

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 2025-09-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased flexibility in choosing methods for reporting healthcare quality data for medical facilities participating in Medicare.
  • Easier compliance with data completeness requirements, potentially reducing administrative burdens for healthcare providers.
  • Introduction of a pilot program for digital quality data reporting, which could lead to faster and more precise monitoring of care quality.
  • Potential for exemption from reporting certain data for facilities participating in the pilot program, encouraging testing of new solutions.
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. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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