Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2023

Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2023

This bill repeals provisions under the Stark law (i.e., the Physician Self-Referral Law) that limit, for purposes of Medicare participation, self-referrals by newly constructed or expanded physician-owned hospitals.

Bill 118 s 470, also known as the Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2023, aims to improve access to high-quality healthcare for patients in the United States. The bill focuses on several key areas to achieve this goal.

First, the bill seeks to increase transparency in healthcare pricing by requiring healthcare providers to disclose the cost of services upfront to patients. This will allow patients to make more informed decisions about their healthcare and avoid surprise medical bills.

Second, the bill aims to expand access to telehealth services, particularly in rural and underserved areas. By increasing access to telehealth, patients will be able to receive care from healthcare providers remotely, reducing the need for in-person visits and improving access to healthcare for those who may not have easy access to medical facilities. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve the quality of care provided to patients by healthcare providers. This includes measures to incentivize healthcare providers to meet certain quality standards and outcomes, as well as initiatives to promote evidence-based practices in healthcare. Overall, Bill 118 s 470 seeks to enhance the quality of healthcare available to patients in the United States by increasing transparency in pricing, expanding access to telehealth services, and promoting high-quality care from healthcare providers.