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Introduced
03/14/2024
03/14/2024
In Committee
03/14/2024
03/14/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the way beneficiaries are assigned under the Medicare shared savings program by also basing such assignment on primary care services furnished by nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical nurse specialists.
AI Summary
This bill, the ACO Assignment Improvement Act of 2024, aims to amend the Social Security Act to improve the way beneficiaries are assigned under the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP). The key provision is that, starting in performance years beginning on or after January 1, 2025, beneficiary assignment will also be based on primary care services provided by nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical nurse specialists, in addition to the current criteria. This change is intended to better capture the range of healthcare providers that Medicare beneficiaries may see for their primary care.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 03/14/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3939/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s3939/BILLS-118s3939is.pdf |
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