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The LTCH Access and Stability Act

12/29/2022, 6:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8580

The LTCH Access and Stability Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 8580, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to access and stability for Long-Term Care Hospitals (LTCHs) in the United States.

The bill aims to provide LTCHs with increased access to necessary resources and support in order to ensure their continued operation and ability to provide quality care to patients. This includes provisions for increased funding, improved reimbursement rates, and enhanced regulatory oversight to help LTCHs remain financially viable and sustainable.

Additionally, the LTCH Access and Stability Act seeks to address concerns related to patient access to LTCHs by implementing measures to improve coordination of care and ensure that patients are able to receive the appropriate level of care in a timely manner. This includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability in the LTCH industry, as well as measures to promote better communication and collaboration between LTCHs and other healthcare providers. Overall, the LTCH Access and Stability Act is aimed at improving the overall quality and accessibility of care provided by LTCHs in the United States. By addressing key issues related to funding, reimbursement, and patient access, this bill seeks to ensure that LTCHs are able to continue providing essential services to patients in need.

Congressional Summary of HR 8580

The LTCH Access and Stability Act

This bill waives the Medicare site-neutral payment rate for inpatient services at long-term care hospitals for an additional 12 months after the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must report on the effects of this waiver on hospital admissions and overall access to services, among other information.

Current Status of Bill HR 8580

Bill HR 8580 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2022. Bill HR 8580 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2022.  Bill HR 8580's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of July 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8580

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8580

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8580

The LTCH Access and Stability Act
The LTCH Access and Stability Act
To amend the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act to provide for a 12-month extension of the Medicare long-term care hospital waiver of the site-neutral IPPS payment rate.

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