Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:47:05Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1353 Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1353

The Bill 117 hr 1353, also known as the Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act, was introduced in the US Congress to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Medicaid program. The bill aims to provide additional funding and resources to states to help them respond to the increased demand for Medicaid services during the public health crisis.

Specifically, the bill includes provisions to increase federal funding for Medicaid, streamline the enrollment process for individuals seeking Medicaid coverage, and expand access to telehealth services for Medicaid beneficiaries. Additionally, the bill includes measures to ensure that Medicaid providers are adequately reimbursed for the care they provide to patients during the pandemic.

Overall, the Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act seeks to support states in their efforts to provide essential healthcare services to low-income and vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a critical piece of legislation to help address the ongoing public health crisis.

Congressional Summary of HR 1353

Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act

This bill increases the Medicaid federal matching rate, also known as the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP), for states and U.S. territories that experience economic downturns (i.e., high unemployment) beginning on or after January 1, 2020, in accordance with specified requirements and limitations. The bill's increase is in addition to previously enacted FMAP increases relating to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) but may not result in an FMAP greater than 95%.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1353

Bill HR 1353 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2021. Bill HR 1353 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2021. Bill HR 1353's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 26, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1353

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Total Number of Cosponsors

100

Democrat Cosponsors

100

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1353

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

American SamoaCardiovascular and respiratory healthCaribbean areaChild healthEconomic performance and conditionsEmergency medical services and trauma careGuamHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessInfectious and parasitic diseasesIntergovernmental relationsMedicaidNorthern Mariana IslandsPuerto RicoState and local financeU.S. territories and protectoratesUnemploymentVirgin Islands

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1353

Coronavirus Medicaid Response ActTo amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to increase Federal support to State Medicaid programs during economic downturns, and for other purposes.Coronavirus Medicaid Response Act

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