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Hospital Care at Home: Program Extension and New Studies

This act extends the option for hospital-level care at home until 2030, allowing more individuals to receive treatment outside traditional hospital settings. It also mandates new studies to thoroughly evaluate the quality, costs, and effectiveness of this home-based care compared to inpatient hospital stays, aiming to improve future healthcare delivery.
Key points
The ability to receive hospital-level care at home, instead of in a facility, is extended for five years, until the end of 2030.
New, comprehensive studies will compare home-based hospital care with traditional inpatient treatment regarding quality, safety, costs, and patient experiences.
The study results will help assess if hospital care at home is a beneficial option for more patients and how to improve it.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2237
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Process start date: 2025-07-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Hospital Inpatient Services Modernization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2237.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The ability to receive hospital-level care at home, instead of in a facility, is extended for five years, until the end of 2030.
  • New, comprehensive studies will compare home-based hospital care with traditional inpatient treatment regarding quality, safety, costs, and patient experiences.
  • The study results will help assess if hospital care at home is a beneficial option for more patients and how to improve it.
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 Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC].

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 2025-12-23.

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