EASE Act of 2025

Key Points

• This bill requires hospitals to give Medicare patients information about hospice care when they are being sent home. If a doctor thinks a patient is eligible for hospice, the hospital must provide a list of local programs that accept Medicare.
• The plan aims to help families understand their options for end-of-life care. Right now, hospitals must share info about home health and nursing homes, but this bill adds hospice to that list to make sure it is not overlooked.
• This change would help seniors and their families make better decisions during a stressful time. It ensures they know which local providers can offer comfort care and support at home or in a facility.
• If the bill becomes law, hospitals would have to start providing this information on January 1, 2026. It does not create new benefits, but it makes sure patients are aware of the benefits they already have.

Impact Analysis

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