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NOTICE Act
12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Summary of Bill S 3218
The NOTICE Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3218, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve transparency and communication between healthcare providers and patients regarding their hospital observation status.
Under the NOTICE Act, hospitals would be required to provide written notification to patients who are receiving observation services for more than 24 hours. This notification would inform patients of their status as an outpatient, rather than an inpatient, and explain the potential financial implications of this distinction.
The goal of the NOTICE Act is to ensure that patients are fully informed about their healthcare status and the potential impact on their out-of-pocket costs. By providing clear and timely notification, patients can make more informed decisions about their care and financial responsibilities. Overall, the NOTICE Act aims to promote transparency and empower patients to advocate for their own healthcare needs. This legislation has the potential to improve the patient experience and reduce confusion surrounding hospital observation status.
Under the NOTICE Act, hospitals would be required to provide written notification to patients who are receiving observation services for more than 24 hours. This notification would inform patients of their status as an outpatient, rather than an inpatient, and explain the potential financial implications of this distinction.
The goal of the NOTICE Act is to ensure that patients are fully informed about their healthcare status and the potential impact on their out-of-pocket costs. By providing clear and timely notification, patients can make more informed decisions about their care and financial responsibilities. Overall, the NOTICE Act aims to promote transparency and empower patients to advocate for their own healthcare needs. This legislation has the potential to improve the patient experience and reduce confusion surrounding hospital observation status.
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Current Status of Bill S 3218
Bill S 3218 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 2, 2023. Bill S 3218 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 2, 2023. Bill S 3218's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of November 2, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3218
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3218
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3218
NOTICE Act
NOTICE Act
National Oversight of Transported Immigrants to Communities is Essential Act
A bill to require Federal agencies to notify States and localities whenever transporting migrants from locations within 100 miles of the United States border to their jurisdictions.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3218
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