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To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to extend the Medicare independence at home medical practice demonstration program.
12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6794
Bill 118 hr 6794, also known as the Medicare Independence at Home Medical Practice Demonstration Extension Act, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act in order to extend the Medicare Independence at Home Medical Practice Demonstration Program. This program allows certain Medicare beneficiaries to receive medical care in the comfort of their own homes, rather than in a traditional healthcare setting.
The bill seeks to extend this program, which has shown promising results in improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. By allowing patients to receive care at home, they may experience better health outcomes and a higher quality of life. Additionally, this program has the potential to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency room visits, ultimately saving money for both patients and the healthcare system as a whole.
Overall, the Medicare Independence at Home Medical Practice Demonstration Extension Act aims to continue providing Medicare beneficiaries with the option to receive care at home, promoting independence and improving overall health outcomes.
The bill seeks to extend this program, which has shown promising results in improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. By allowing patients to receive care at home, they may experience better health outcomes and a higher quality of life. Additionally, this program has the potential to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency room visits, ultimately saving money for both patients and the healthcare system as a whole.
Overall, the Medicare Independence at Home Medical Practice Demonstration Extension Act aims to continue providing Medicare beneficiaries with the option to receive care at home, promoting independence and improving overall health outcomes.
Current Status of Bill HR 6794
Bill HR 6794 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2023. Bill HR 6794 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 14, 2023. Bill HR 6794's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6794
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6794
Primary Policy Focus
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6794
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