To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make improvements to the redistribution of residency slots under the Medicare program after a hospital closes.

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Explore the details of House Bill 10495 To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make improvements to the redistribution of residency slots under the Medicare program after a hospital closes. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 10495

Bill 118 hr 10495, also known as the "Medicare Residency Slot Redistribution Improvement Act," aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act in order to enhance the redistribution of residency slots under the Medicare program following the closure of a hospital.

The bill addresses the issue of residency slots, which are positions for medical school graduates to receive additional training in a specific medical specialty. When a hospital closes, the residency slots at that facility become vacant, leading to a shortage of training opportunities for medical students.

The proposed legislation seeks to improve the redistribution of these residency slots to other hospitals or medical facilities in need. By doing so, the bill aims to ensure that medical students have access to the necessary training opportunities to become qualified healthcare professionals. Overall, the "Medicare Residency Slot Redistribution Improvement Act" aims to address the challenges that arise when hospitals close and ensure that medical students have access to the training they need to provide quality healthcare services in the future.

Current Status of Bill HR 10495

Bill HR 10495 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 18, 2024. Bill HR 10495 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 18, 2024. Bill HR 10495's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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. as of December 18, 2024

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To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make improvements to the redistribution of residency slots under the Medicare program after a hospital closes.To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make improvements to the redistribution of residency slots under the Medicare program after a hospital closes.

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