Strengthening Innovation in Medicare and Medicaid Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 hr 6732, also known as the Strengthening Innovation in Medicare and Medicaid Act, aims to enhance innovation within the Medicare and Medicaid programs. The bill focuses on improving the quality and efficiency of healthcare services provided to beneficiaries of these programs.

One key aspect of the bill is the promotion of innovative technologies and practices within Medicare and Medicaid. This includes encouraging the use of telehealth services, electronic health records, and other digital tools to improve patient care and outcomes. The bill also seeks to streamline the process for healthcare providers to adopt new technologies, making it easier for them to implement innovative solutions.

Additionally, the Strengthening Innovation in Medicare and Medicaid Act aims to increase transparency and accountability within the programs. This includes requiring regular reporting on the effectiveness of new technologies and practices, as well as ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively. Overall, the bill is designed to modernize and improve the Medicare and Medicaid programs by fostering innovation and promoting the use of cutting-edge technologies and practices. It seeks to ensure that beneficiaries receive high-quality care while also promoting cost savings and efficiency within the healthcare system.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 6732

Introduced on
2023-12-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/12/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Bill 118 hr 6732, also known as the Strengthening Innovation in Medicare and Medicaid Act, aims to enhance innovation within the Medicare and Medicaid programs. The bill focuses on improving the quality and efficiency of healthcare services provided to beneficiaries of these programs.

One key aspect of the bill is the promotion of innovative technologies and practices within Medicare and Medicaid. This includes encouraging the use of telehealth services, electronic health records, and other digital tools to improve patient care and outcomes. The bill also seeks to streamline the process for healthcare providers to adopt new technologies, making it easier for them to implement innovative solutions.

Additionally, the Strengthening Innovation in Medicare and Medicaid Act aims to increase transparency and accountability within the programs. This includes requiring regular reporting on the effectiveness of new technologies and practices, as well as ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively. Overall, the bill is designed to modernize and improve the Medicare and Medicaid programs by fostering innovation and promoting the use of cutting-edge technologies and practices. It seeks to ensure that beneficiaries receive high-quality care while also promoting cost savings and efficiency within the healthcare system.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XI of the Social Security Act to clarify parameters for model testing and add accountability to model expansion under the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Health

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Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.