H.R.7106

Enhancing Skilled Nursing Facilities Act streamlines care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities under Medicare and Medicaid.

The Enhancing Skilled Nursing Facilities Act amends titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to streamline care delivery in skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities under the Medicare and Medicaid programs. It allows supervision of resident care by nurse practitioners, physician assistants, or clinical nurse specialists, in accordance with state law. The bill also updates the scope of services and residents' rights to include these healthcare professionals.