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Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2023

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5128

Bill 118 HR 5128, also known as the Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2023, aims to ensure that individuals have continued access to home health services. The bill seeks to address concerns about potential cuts to Medicare home health payments that could limit access to these vital services for many Americans.

The legislation includes provisions to protect Medicare home health payments by implementing a payment update for home health agencies. This update would help ensure that agencies are adequately reimbursed for the care they provide to patients in their homes.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve transparency and accountability in the home health industry. This includes requirements for home health agencies to report quality data and outcomes, as well as measures to prevent fraud and abuse in the Medicare home health program. Overall, the Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2023 aims to support the continued availability of home health services for Medicare beneficiaries. By addressing payment concerns, improving transparency, and preventing fraud, the bill seeks to ensure that individuals can continue to receive the care they need in the comfort of their own homes.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5128

Bill HR 5128 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2023. Bill HR 5128 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 1, 2023.  Bill HR 5128's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5128

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5128

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Government information and archives
- Home and outpatient care
- Medicare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5128

Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2023
Preserving Access to Home Health Act of 2023
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure stability in payments to home health agencies under the Medicare program.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5128

Terri A. Sewell
Terri A. Sewell
AlabamaDemocrat

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