HR 5198
Rural Health Clinic Location Modernization Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 1:29 AM
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Bill overview
This bill aims to update the criteria for what qualifies as a rural health clinic (RHC) under Medicare. Specifically, it changes the definition of an ‘urban area’ used to determine RHC eligibility, expanding the area to include urban areas with a population of 50,000 or more. This change is intended to ensure that more healthcare facilities in populated areas can be designated as RHCs, potentially increasing access to care in those communities. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2027.
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Becca [D-VT-At Large] Balint
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