Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-12-21T09:05:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2583 Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2583

Bill 118 hr 2583, also known as the Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023, aims to improve access to cardiac rehabilitation services for individuals who have experienced a cardiac event. The bill recognizes the importance of cardiac rehabilitation in reducing the risk of future heart problems and improving overall heart health.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing Medicare coverage for cardiac rehabilitation services, ensuring that these services are provided by qualified healthcare professionals, and promoting the use of evidence-based practices in cardiac rehabilitation programs. The bill also seeks to address disparities in access to cardiac rehabilitation services by requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to develop strategies to improve access for underserved populations.

Overall, the Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023 is focused on improving the quality and availability of cardiac rehabilitation services for individuals who have experienced a cardiac event. By increasing access to these important services, the bill aims to improve outcomes for individuals with heart conditions and reduce the overall burden of heart disease in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 2583

Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023

This bill expands certain changes that are scheduled to take effect relating to the coverage of cardiac, intensive cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation programs under Medicare.

Currently, such programs require physician supervision. Effective January 1, 2024, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists may also supervise these programs. The bill allows these practitioners to administer programs in their offices, prepare and sign treatment plans, and prescribe exercise.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2583

Bill HR 2583 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2583 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2583's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2583

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2583

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2583

Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand and expedite access to cardiac rehabilitation programs and pulmonary rehabilitation programs under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.