Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a measure Tuesday to create a brand new class of “rural emergency hospitals” that supporters say would assist guarantee entry to well being care in rural areas.
The laws (SB 644) stems from a federal legislation that allowed the designation of rural emergency hospitals and made them eligible for Medicare funds. Hospitals have to be licensed by the state, making the invoice vital.
Below Florida legislation, hospitals should present emergency care and commentary and outpatient providers that don’t exceed a 24-hour keep. They might be exempt from necessities on the supply of hospital care and points resembling surgical care.
The measure, which was unanimously authorized by the state Legislature, will take impact July 1.
Data from the Information Service of Florida was used on this report.