House Passes Bill to Extend Hospital-at-Home Program for Five Years
Home Health Care News
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the bipartisan Hospital Inpatient Services Modernization Act, extending the Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCaH) program for five years, crucial for providing hospital-level care at home. With over 330 hospitals in 37 states currently participating, this extension seeks to eliminate regulatory uncertainty that has previously hindered the sector and discouraged involvement from organizations. Healthcare professionals see this long-term stability as vital for enabling investments in hospital-at-home services, ultimately enhancing patient care. The bill's approval has garnered support from notable healthcare associations, emphasizing the significant role of telehealth in modern healthcare delivery.
