Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:09:19Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3021 Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3021

Bill 118 s 3021, also known as the Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act, aims to provide Medicare coverage for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services that can be administered in a patient's home. The bill seeks to improve access to these vital services for individuals with heart and lung conditions, allowing them to receive necessary care in the comfort of their own homes.

The legislation outlines the specific requirements for home-based cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services, including the qualifications of healthcare providers who can administer these services and the types of services that will be covered under Medicare. The bill also addresses the need for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of patients receiving home-based rehabilitation services to ensure that they are receiving the appropriate level of care.

Additionally, the Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act includes provisions for reimbursement rates for healthcare providers who offer these services, as well as guidelines for ensuring the quality and effectiveness of home-based rehabilitation programs. The bill emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practices and outcomes measurement in order to ensure that patients are receiving high-quality care that leads to positive health outcomes. Overall, Bill 118 s 3021 aims to expand access to cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services for individuals with heart and lung conditions by allowing these services to be provided in the home setting. By providing Medicare coverage for home-based rehabilitation services and establishing guidelines for quality and effectiveness, the legislation seeks to improve outcomes for patients and reduce healthcare costs associated with hospital-based care.

Congressional Summary of S 3021

Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act

This bill permanently allows services relating to cardiac rehabilitation programs, intensive cardiac rehabilitation programs, and pulmonary rehabilitation programs to be furnished via telehealth at a beneficiary's home under Medicare.

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Current Status of Bill S 3021

Bill S 3021 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 4, 2023. Bill S 3021 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 4, 2023. Bill S 3021's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of October 4, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3021

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3021

Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to permanently extend certain in-home cardiopulmonary rehabilitation flexibilities established in response to COVID-19, and for other purposes.