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HB 552

Regards Medicaid reimbursement for hospice providers

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Rachel Baker and 7 co-sponsors

HB 552 modifies Ohio Medicaid hospice reimbursement policies, potentially affecting end-of-life care access and provider viability for low-income patients.

Referred to committee
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Bill Summary · HB 552

Legislative bill overview

HB 552 addresses Medicaid reimbursement rates and policies for hospice care providers in Ohio. The bill was recently introduced and referred to committee on October 29, 2025, but full legislative details are not yet publicly available given its early stage in the process.

Why is this important

Hospice reimbursement directly affects the availability and quality of end-of-life care services for low-income Ohioans covered by Medicaid. Changes to reimbursement rates can influence provider participation, service availability, and the financial sustainability of hospice organizations across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Reimbursement rate levels – Whether proposed rates adequately compensate providers for services or create financial strain
  • Access disparities – How changes may affect rural versus urban hospice service availability
  • Provider sustainability – Whether adjustments impact smaller or nonprofit hospice organizations differently than larger operators

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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