To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase support for physicians and other practitioners in adjusting to Medicare payment changes.

2/1/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 879, also known as the "Medicare Payment Adjustment Support Act," aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act in order to provide increased support for physicians and other practitioners as they adjust to changes in Medicare payments. The bill recognizes the challenges that healthcare providers face in adapting to evolving payment structures and seeks to alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with these changes.

Specifically, the bill proposes to increase funding for training programs and resources that help physicians and practitioners navigate the complexities of Medicare payment adjustments. By providing additional support in this area, the bill aims to ensure that healthcare providers are better equipped to continue delivering high-quality care to Medicare beneficiaries.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 879 is designed to address the needs of healthcare providers as they navigate changes in Medicare payment policies. By increasing support for training and resources, the bill aims to help physicians and practitioners successfully adapt to these changes and continue providing essential care to Medicare beneficiaries.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 879

Introduced on
2025-01-31

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 879, also known as the "Medicare Payment Adjustment Support Act," aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act in order to provide increased support for physicians and other practitioners as they adjust to changes in Medicare payments. The bill recognizes the challenges that healthcare providers face in adapting to evolving payment structures and seeks to alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with these changes.

Specifically, the bill proposes to increase funding for training programs and resources that help physicians and practitioners navigate the complexities of Medicare payment adjustments. By providing additional support in this area, the bill aims to ensure that healthcare providers are better equipped to continue delivering high-quality care to Medicare beneficiaries.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 879 is designed to address the needs of healthcare providers as they navigate changes in Medicare payment policies. By increasing support for training and resources, the bill aims to help physicians and practitioners successfully adapt to these changes and continue providing essential care to Medicare beneficiaries.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase support for physicians and other practitioners in adjusting to Medicare payment changes.

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the ...