Rural MOMS Act of 2026 Rural Maternity Options for Medical Support...
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exclude certain beds from counting as acute care inpatient beds for critical access hospitals under the Medicare program.
This bill, HB8891, aims to make changes to Medicare by excluding certain beds from being counted as acute care inpatient beds for critical access hospitals. This change could affect how these hospitals are reimbursed under Medicare. The bill is currently in its early stages, having just been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means for further review.
The bill would specifically impact critical access hospitals, which are often located in rural areas and play a crucial role in providing healthcare services to those communities. By excluding certain beds, the bill could potentially help these hospitals manage their resources better and ensure they receive the necessary support from Medicare.
As of May 19, 2026, HB8891 has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. The committee will now review the bill, and it may undergo hearings, amendments, and votes before potentially moving forward in the legislative process.
