Bill 118 hr 177, also known as the "Medical Director Accountability Act," aims to amend title XI of the Social Security Act in order to require nursing facilities to report information on their medical directors. The bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability within nursing facilities by ensuring that important information about the medical professionals overseeing patient care is readily available.
Under this proposed legislation, nursing facilities would be required to report the name, qualifications, and responsibilities of their medical directors to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This information would then be made publicly accessible, allowing patients and their families to make more informed decisions about their care.
The bill emphasizes the importance of having qualified and responsible medical directors in nursing facilities, as they play a crucial role in overseeing patient care and ensuring that residents receive the appropriate medical attention and treatment. By requiring facilities to report this information, the bill aims to improve the quality of care provided to residents and hold facilities accountable for the qualifications and performance of their medical directors.
Overall, Bill 118 hr 177 seeks to enhance transparency and accountability within nursing facilities by ensuring that important information about medical directors is reported and made publicly available. This legislation aims to improve the quality of care provided to residents and empower patients and their families to make more informed decisions about their healthcare options.