Congress Eyes Expansion of Hospital at Home Care Model

Congress Eyes Expansion of Hospital at Home Care Model

A new bill in Congress proposes a pilot program to assess the expansion of the Hospital at Home care model to broader patient populations beyond acute care. Supported by Senators Marco Rubio and Tom Carper, the At Home Observation and Medical Evaluation (HOME) Services Act aims to extend the strategy beyond the current Medicare waiver expiration in 2024. The model involves home-based care management with frequent care team visits, virtual services, and remote monitoring. Advocates argue for its permanence, citing positive outcomes and urging Congress and CMS to support continued reimbursement. New Jersey's recent legislation also enables expansion of the program, potentially serving as a national model.

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A proposed bill in Congress seeks to expand the Hospital at Home care model beyond acute care through the At Home Observation and Medical Evaluation (HOME) Services Act, championed by Senators Marco Rubio and Tom Carper. This initiative aims to extend the current Medicare waiver's expiration in 2024, allowing for broader patient populations to benefit from home-based care management. Advocates stress positive outcomes and urge Congress and CMS for continued support. Recent legislation in New Jersey also facilitates the program's expansion, potentially serving as a nationwide template for innovative healthcare delivery.



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