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Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023

1/23/2024, 6:45 PM

Summary of Bill S 3481

Bill 118 s 3481, also known as the Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023, aims to improve access to cardiac rehabilitation services for individuals who have experienced a cardiac event. The bill recognizes the importance of cardiac rehabilitation in reducing the risk of future heart problems and improving overall heart health.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for cardiac rehabilitation programs, expanding access to these programs in underserved communities, and promoting quality standards for cardiac rehabilitation services. The bill also seeks to improve coordination between healthcare providers and insurers to ensure that patients have access to these vital services.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased research and data collection on the effectiveness of cardiac rehabilitation programs, with the goal of improving outcomes for patients and reducing healthcare costs associated with heart disease. Overall, the Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023 aims to address disparities in access to cardiac rehabilitation services and improve the quality of care for individuals recovering from cardiac events. By investing in these programs, the bill seeks to improve the overall health and well-being of individuals with heart disease and reduce the burden of heart-related healthcare costs on the healthcare system.

Congressional Summary of S 3481

Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023

This bill expands certain changes that are scheduled to take effect relating to the coverage of cardiac, intensive cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation programs under Medicare.

Currently, such programs require physician supervision. Effective January 1, 2024, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists may also supervise these programs. The bill allows these practitioners to administer programs in their offices, prepare and sign treatment plans, and prescribe exercise.

Current Status of Bill S 3481

Bill S 3481 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 13, 2023. Bill S 3481 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 13, 2023.  Bill S 3481's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of December 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3481

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3481

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3481

Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023
Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand and expedite access to cardiac rehabilitation programs and pulmonary rehabilitation programs under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.

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