Rural and Underserved Health Care Staffing Act
This bill clarifies that temporary medical staff, like traveling doctors, are independent contractors rather than employees under federal law. This change aims to make it easier for hospitals in rural areas to hire temporary help and maintain patient care.
Key points
Temporary doctors and practitioners are classified as independent contractors for federal labor and civil rights laws.
The rule applies to medical professionals working at a single site for up to one continuous year.
It does not change how taxes are calculated, paid, or how Social Security benefits are determined.
State licensing requirements and eligibility for Medicare or Medicaid reimbursements remain unchanged.
Status:
Introduced
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