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Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act of 2025

3/19/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1509

Bill 119 hr 1509 aims to make it easier for out-of-state healthcare providers to enroll in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The bill proposes changes to titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act in order to streamline the enrollment process for these providers.

Currently, out-of-state providers face a cumbersome and time-consuming enrollment process when trying to participate in Medicaid and CHIP. This can create barriers to accessing care for patients who rely on these programs for their healthcare needs.

The proposed changes in the bill would simplify and expedite the enrollment process for out-of-state providers, making it easier for them to participate in Medicaid and CHIP. This would ultimately improve access to care for patients across state lines. By streamlining the enrollment process, the bill aims to increase the number of healthcare providers available to serve Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries, ultimately improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for those in need. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1509 seeks to remove unnecessary barriers for out-of-state providers looking to participate in Medicaid and CHIP, ultimately benefiting patients who rely on these programs for their healthcare needs.

Congressional Summary of HR 1509

Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act of 2025

This bill requires states to establish a process through which qualifying out-of-state providers may temporarily treat children under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) without undergoing additional screening requirements. 

Specifically, states must establish a process through which qualifying out-of-state providers may enroll for five years as participating providers to treat individuals under the age of 21 without undergoing additional screening requirements.

A qualifying out-of-state provider (1) must not have been excluded or terminated from participating in a federal health care program or state Medicaid program; and (2) must have been successfully enrolled in Medicare or a state Medicaid program based on a determination that the provider posed a limited risk of fraud, waste, or abuse.

The bill’s changes take effect three years after enactment.

Current Status of Bill HR 1509

Bill HR 1509 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2025. Bill HR 1509 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2025.  Bill HR 1509's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 21, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1509

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
6
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
62
Democrat Cosponsors
28
Republican Cosponsors
34
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1509

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1509

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to streamline the enrollment process for eligible out-of-state providers under Medicaid and CHIP.
To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to streamline the enrollment process for eligible out-of-state providers under Medicaid and CHIP.

Comments

Brady Pearson profile image

Brady Pearson

463

8 months ago

Ugh, can't believe they're trying to push this through. It's so dumb and unfair. I don't want it to mess with my stuff. And did you know that this bill actually includes a provision that allows for the creation of a secret government agency to monitor kids' health records? Crazy, right?

Brooklynn Wheeler profile image

Brooklynn Wheeler

426

9 months ago

Not a fan of this bill.