SURS Extension Act Small Practice, Underserved, and Rural Support...
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to extend the Quality Payment Program-Small Practice, Underserved, and Rural Support program.
This bill, known as the SURS Extension Act, aims to extend the Quality Payment Program-Small Practice, Underserved, and Rural Support program under the Social Security Act. This program helps small practices, underserved communities, and rural healthcare providers by adjusting payment requirements to better fit their unique needs. If passed, it will continue to support these providers in receiving appropriate payments under the Medicare program.
The bill would mainly affect small healthcare practices, underserved communities, and rural areas by ensuring they continue to receive necessary financial support. This could help these providers maintain operations and continue offering essential services to their patients. Essentially, it is designed to ensure these vital healthcare providers remain sustainable and accessible to those who rely on them.
As of May 21, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on Ways and Means for further consideration. This means the bill is currently in the initial stages of the legislative process, where it will be reviewed and possibly amended before moving forward.
