Rural Health Training Opportunities Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-20T09:05:32Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4813 Rural Health Training Opportunities Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4813

Bill 118 hr 4813, also known as the Rural Health Training Opportunities Act, aims to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in rural areas of the United States. The bill focuses on providing training and educational opportunities for healthcare professionals in rural communities.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of grant programs to support training programs for healthcare professionals in rural areas. These grants would be used to fund initiatives such as medical residency programs, continuing education for healthcare workers, and scholarships for students pursuing healthcare careers in rural areas.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase access to telehealth services in rural communities. Telehealth allows patients to receive medical care remotely, which is especially important in areas where healthcare facilities are scarce. The bill seeks to expand telehealth services in rural areas and improve reimbursement rates for providers offering telehealth services. Overall, the Rural Health Training Opportunities Act aims to improve access to healthcare in rural communities by investing in training programs for healthcare professionals and expanding telehealth services. By addressing the shortage of healthcare workers in rural areas, the bill seeks to improve health outcomes and quality of life for residents in these underserved communities.

Congressional Summary of HR 4813

Rural Health Training Opportunities Act

This bill modifies and expands the Health Profession Opportunity Grants (HPOG) program. Specifically, the Administration for Children and Families must prioritize grant applications for demonstration projects in rural areas, and projects must include assistance for the transportation costs of program participants. (The HPOG program provides education and training to low-income individuals for high-demand occupations in the health care field.)

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Current Status of Bill HR 4813

Bill HR 4813 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 20, 2023. Bill HR 4813 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 20, 2023. Bill HR 4813's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4813

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4813

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4813

Rural Health Training Opportunities Act

To require geographical diversity in the provision of health profession opportunity grants under section 2008 of the Social Security Act, and to require the support services provided through the use of the grants to include a transportation assistance plan.