118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 5159 — 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.”

Health

Introduced Aug 4, 2023

Last action Dec 17, 2024

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Introduced

Aug 4, 2023

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Referred

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Committee

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House floor

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Senate

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Resolve Changes

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Signed

SummaryCRS Summary

This bill repeals certain payment adjustments for home health services under Medicare that are based on behavioral changes. It also requires the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission to incorporate certain information into its evaluations of the financial performance and impact of home health agencies, including trends under Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and other payers with respect to home health services.

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