Save Rural Hospitals Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-12-20T09:06:20Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3635 Save Rural Hospitals Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3635

The Save Rural Hospitals Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 3635, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing support and resources to rural hospitals across the country. The bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by rural hospitals, including financial strain, workforce shortages, and limited access to specialized care.

One of the key provisions of the Save Rural Hospitals Act is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding to rural hospitals for infrastructure improvements, equipment upgrades, and workforce development. This funding is intended to help rural hospitals improve their quality of care and expand their services to better meet the needs of their communities.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to address the shortage of healthcare providers in rural areas, such as increasing funding for medical education programs that focus on rural healthcare and providing incentives for healthcare professionals to practice in rural areas. The Save Rural Hospitals Act also aims to improve access to care for rural residents by expanding telehealth services and increasing funding for rural health clinics and community health centers. These measures are intended to help rural residents access the care they need without having to travel long distances to larger hospitals. Overall, the Save Rural Hospitals Act of 2023 seeks to support and strengthen rural hospitals so that they can continue to provide essential healthcare services to rural communities across the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3635

Bill HR 3635 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 24, 2023. Bill HR 3635 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 24, 2023. Bill HR 3635's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3635

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3635

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Health

Potential Impact Areas

Home and outpatient careHospital careMedicareRural conditions and development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3635

Save Rural Hospitals Act of 2023Save Rural Hospitals Act of 2023To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure fairness in Medicare hospital payments by establishing a floor for the area wage index applied with respect to certain hospitals.

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