Essential Caregivers Act of 2026 mandates essential caregiver visits in healthcare facilities during visitation suspensions.
The Essential Caregivers Act of 2026 amends titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure essential caregivers can visit residents in healthcare facilities during periods when regular visitation is suspended. This includes skilled nursing facilities, nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, and intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Essential caregivers are defined as individuals who follow safety protocols.
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