Medicaid Bump Act

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4892 Medicaid Bump Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4892

The Medicaid Bump Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4892, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide a temporary increase in federal funding for state Medicaid programs in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Specifically, the Medicaid Bump Act would increase the federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP) by 5 percentage points for all states and territories for a period of one year. This increase in federal funding would help states cover the increased costs of providing healthcare services to Medicaid beneficiaries during the pandemic.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that states use the additional funding to support Medicaid beneficiaries and healthcare providers, rather than diverting the funds for other purposes. Additionally, the legislation includes reporting requirements to track how the additional funding is being used by states. Overall, the Medicaid Bump Act aims to provide much-needed financial support to state Medicaid programs during this challenging time, ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to essential healthcare services.

Congressional Summary of HR 4892

Medicaid Bump Act

This bill increases the Medicaid federal matching rate, also known as the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP), for behavioral health expenses that exceed prior levels (i.e., as of March 31, 2019). The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must specify which services are eligible for the increased FMAP. States must use funds to supplement state funding for programs in effect as of April 1, 2021, and to increase the capacity, efficiency, and quality of services.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4892

Bill HR 4892 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2023. Bill HR 4892 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 25, 2023. Bill HR 4892's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4892

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4892

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use

- Health care quality

- Intergovernmental relations

- Medicaid

- Mental health

- State and local finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4892

Medicaid Bump Act

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide a higher Federal matching rate for increased expenditures under Medicaid for behavioral health services (including those related to mental health and substance use), and for other purposes.