Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HJR216

Introduced
10/18/24  

Caption

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare Program; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2025 and Updates to the IRF Quality Reporting Program".

Impact

If passed, HJR216 would have significant implications for how inpatient rehabilitation facilities are reimbursed under Medicare. The disapproval of the CMS rule could lead to alterations in payment rates and practices that some facilities rely on for their operational funding. Supporters of the disapproval may argue that the existing rule may not align with the financial realities of providing rehabilitation services or could impose undue administrative burdens on healthcare providers.

Summary

HJR216 is a joint resolution aimed at disapproving a specific rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Medicare Program. The rule in question pertains to the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2025 and outlines updates to the corresponding Quality Reporting Program. The resolution seeks to prevent the rule from having any force or effect, essentially nullifying the guidelines established by CMS for that fiscal year.

Contention

The primary contention surrounding HJR216 revolves around health policy and financial management within the Medicare system. Proponents of the resolution argue for the need to adjust reimbursement frameworks that reflect the current healthcare delivery landscape. Conversely, opponents may express concerns that overturning CMS regulations could lead to inconsistent care standards and negatively affect the quality of rehabilitation services available to Medicare beneficiaries. Discussions in legislative committees might highlight the balance between cost control and the necessity for providers to maintain high-quality care.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HJR58

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare Program; Calendar Year (CY) 2025 Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) Rate Update; HH Quality Reporting Program Requirements; HH Value-Based Purchasing Expanded Model Requirements; Home Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG) Items and Services Rate Update; and Other Medicare Policies".

US HJR217

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare Program; FY 2025 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update, Hospice Conditions of Participation Updates, and Hospice Quality Reporting Program Requirements".

US HJR139

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities and Medicaid Institutional Payment Transparency Reporting".

US SJR91

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities and Medicaid Institutional Payment Transparency Reporting".

US HJR48

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System relating to "Quality Control Standards for Automated Valuation Models".

US HJR211

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "The Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts".

US HJR49

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation relating to "Quality Control Standards for Automated Valuation Models".

US HJR138

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Clarifying the Eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Recipients and Certain Other Noncitizens for a Qualified Health Plan through an Exchange, Advance Payments of the Premium Tax Credit, Cost-Sharing Reductions, and a Basic Health Program".

US HJR214

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Migratory Bird Hunting; Final 2024-25 Frameworks for Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations".

US HJR146

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Clarifying the Eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Recipients and Certain Other Noncitizens for a Qualified Health Plan through an Exchange, Advance Payments of the Premium Tax Credit, Cost-Sharing Reductions, and a Basic Health Program".

Similar Bills

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