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- H.R.3609
H.R.3609: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to modify requirements for payment under the Medicare program for ambulance services furnished by critical access hospitals, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 24, 2015
- Latest Major Action Sept. 25, 2015
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to modify requirements for payment under the Medicare program for ambulance services furnished by critical access hospitals (CAHs), which are rural community hospitals that meet specified criteria and receive special payment. Under current law, ambulance services furnished either by a CAH or by an entity owned or operated by a CAH are paid at a rate of 101% of reasonable costs...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 25, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Sept. 24, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Sept. 24, 2015 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| Sept. 24, 2015 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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| Sept. 24, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) |