Bill
H 1363
Overview: Bill Number: H 1363, Title: An Act to extend enhanced Medicaid benefits to eligible hospitals, Status: Reporting date extended until Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Introduced
Overview: Bill Number: H 1363, Title: An Act to extend enhanced Medicaid benefits to eligible hospitals, Status: Reporting date extended until Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Introduced: February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to provide additional Medicaid reimbursement and support to hospitals that serve a disproportionate number of low-income and uninsured patients. The goal is to ensure that these hospitals have the necessary resources to maintain high-quality care and remain financially viable.
Key Provisions:
- Extends the existing Medicaid supplemental payment program for eligible hospitals, which provides enhanced reimbursement rates for services provided to Medicaid beneficiaries
- Increases the Medicaid disproportionate share hospital (DSH) payments to qualifying hospitals, which helps offset the costs of uncompensated care
- Establishes a new grant program to support the implementation of innovative care delivery models and technology upgrades at eligible hospitals
- Requires the state Medicaid agency to regularly review and adjust the eligibility criteria and payment levels to ensure the program's effectiveness
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Hospitals that serve a high proportion of Medicaid and uninsured patients, who will receive additional financial support to maintain their operations and service levels
- Medicaid beneficiaries and uninsured individuals, who will have continued access to care at these hospitals
- The broader healthcare system, which will benefit from the financial stability and improved care delivery capabilities of the eligible hospitals
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill's reporting date has been extended until Wednesday, March 18, 2026, indicating that the legislative process is ongoing. The next step will be for the relevant committee to complete its review and submit a report to the full legislature for further consideration and potential passage.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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