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Save Struggling Hospitals Act

The bill amends the Social Security Act to codify the Medicare low-wage index hospital policy. It introduces an area wage index adjustment for hospitals with an area wage index below the 25th percentile.
Key points
Increases the area wage index for hospitals below the 25th percentile area wage index.
The area wage index cannot be less than 95 percent of the index applicable to the hospital for the preceding fiscal year.
Adjustments must be applied in a budget neutral manner and may not decrease the index for hospitals below the 75th percentile.
Applies to discharges occurring on or after October 1, 2019.
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Additional Information
Save Struggling Hospitals Act
Print number: HR 8109
Sponsor: Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Process start date: 2026-03-26
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Save Struggling Hospitals Act

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 8109.

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 2026-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the area wage index for hospitals below the 25th percentile area wage index.
  • The area wage index cannot be less than 95 percent of the index applicable to the hospital for the preceding fiscal year.
  • Adjustments must be applied in a budget neutral manner and may not decrease the index for hospitals below the 75th percentile.
  • Applies to discharges occurring on or after October 1, 2019.

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. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8].

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 2026-04-13.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 8109

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