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Skilled Nursing Facilities Improvement Bill
Recent Bills/Skilled Nursing Facilities Improvement Bill

Skilled Nursing Facilities Improvement Bill

IntroducedJanuary 15, 2026
Introduced8 months ago
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Why This Matters

The Enhancing Skilled Nursing Facilities Act makes it easier for healthcare providers to deliver care in nursing facilities. By allowing more types of medical professionals to work in these settings, it aims to improve patient care and streamline services.

If you or a loved one is in a skilled nursing facility, you may receive better and more timely medical care.
Who this affects
Patients in skilled nursing facilities · Families of patients
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to provide care in skilled nursing facilities.
  2. 2It simplifies the rules for doctors and other healthcare providers working in these facilities.
  3. 3The bill aims to improve the delivery of medical services to patients in skilled nursing facilities.
  4. 4It updates the rights of residents to include care from nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
  5. 5The changes apply to both Medicare and Medicaid programs.
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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
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IntroducedCurrentJan 15

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The President

Donald Trump
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