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This bill, titled the "Delivering Support for Hospitals in Tennessee Act" or "DSH in Tennessee Act," aims to permanently secure a Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) allotment for Tennessee starting in fiscal year 2026 and for all subsequent years. DSH programs are designed to help hospitals that serve a disproportionately large number of low-income patients, often those covered by Medicaid. The bill amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to achieve this, specifically by adding a new provision that guarantees Tennessee a DSH allotment. For fiscal year 2026, Tennessee's allotment will be equal to its 2015 DSH allotment, with annual increases tied to the consumer price index. For fiscal years after 2026, Tennessee will be treated as a "low DSH state," meaning its allotment will continue to grow annually in the same way as other low DSH states, ensuring ongoing financial support for these critical healthcare facilities.

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