 H.R.6826
Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act of 2008
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure more timely access to home health services for Medicare beneficiaries under the Medicare Program.
 5 Total Points
Summary
Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act of 2008 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to revise conditions of and limitations on payment for home health care services. Allows payment for home health services to Medicare beneficiaries by: (1) a nurse practitioner; (2) a clinical nurse specialist working in collaboration with a physician in accordance with state law; (3) a certified nurse-midwife; or (4) a physician assistant under a physician's supervision. What do you think?
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Legislation Slant
Latest Action:
Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means
This action occurred on Friday, August 1, 2008 and earned 5 points.
Legislative Progress
Introduced in the House on August 1, 2008
Related Bills
S.1678
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