H.R. 3878: RNs for Rural Health Act of 2025

This bill, known as the RNs for Rural Health Act of 2025, aims to amend the Social Security Act's provisions related to Medicare coverage for outpatient annual wellness visits at rural health clinics. Here are the main components of what the bill proposes:

Purpose

The primary goal of the bill is to ensure that Medicare beneficiaries receive adequate coverage for annual wellness visits at rural health clinics, particularly when those services are provided by registered nurses (RNs).

Changes to Coverage

• The bill proposes changes to the existing provisions in Medicare regarding what services are covered during outpatient wellness visits.
• Specifically, it allows for the coverage of "personalized prevention plan services" when offered by registered nurses who are licensed in the state where the services are delivered.
• This means that if these services are provided by registered nurses, and they would generally be covered if supplied by a physician, they will also be covered under this act.
• The changes aim to enhance access to preventive care in rural areas, where healthcare resources, including physicians, may be limited.

Implementation

The provisions of the bill would take effect for services rendered after the bill becomes law, ensuring that registered nurses can start providing the specified wellness services as covered by Medicare.

Impact on Rural Health Clinics

By allowing registered nurses to provide and be reimbursed for these services, the bill seeks to bolster the healthcare framework in rural settings, potentially leading to increased availability of preventive health services for Medicare beneficiaries residing in these areas.

Additional Notes

The bill was introduced by representatives who express the need for better healthcare access in rural communities, emphasizing the role that registered nurses can play in delivering essential services effectively.

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