To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to address significant under projection of MA local area growth due to wage index reclassification.

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Explore the details of House Bill 8561 To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to address significant under projection of MA local area growth due to wage index reclassification. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:07 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8561

Bill 118 hr 8561, also known as the "Medicare Advantage Local Area Growth Act," aims to make changes to title XVIII of the Social Security Act in order to address the issue of significant under projection of Medicare Advantage (MA) local area growth. This under projection is primarily due to wage index reclassification.

The bill seeks to rectify this issue by implementing measures that will ensure more accurate projections of MA local area growth. By addressing the wage index reclassification, the bill aims to provide a more equitable and reliable system for projecting MA growth in different areas.

Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 8561 is to improve the accuracy of projections for MA local area growth and ensure that Medicare Advantage plans are able to effectively serve beneficiaries in all areas. This legislation is an important step towards ensuring the sustainability and effectiveness of the Medicare Advantage program.

Current Status of Bill HR 8561

Bill HR 8561 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2024. Bill HR 8561 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 23, 2024. Bill HR 8561's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8561

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8561

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to address significant under projection of MA local area growth due to wage index reclassification.To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to address significant under projection of MA local area growth due to wage index reclassification.

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