HR 6596
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to adjust the eligibility for the rural emergency hospital designation under the Medicare program.
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 13, 2026, 4:10 PM
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Bill overview
This bill proposes changes to how hospitals qualify as ‘rural emergency hospitals’ under Medicare. Currently, hospitals must meet specific criteria to receive this designation, which affects the reimbursement rates they receive for emergency services. The bill loosens these requirements, allowing hospitals with dedicated emergency departments in rural counties to qualify, even if they are part of a larger hospital system. This aims to improve access to emergency care in underserved rural areas.
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