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RepublicanBill · H.R. 3022· House(119-HR-3022)

Restoring Rights of Physicians to Own Hospitals Act

Rep. Spartz
Age: 48 years
Indiana
Introduced
4/24/2025
Last activity
4/24/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by
Victoria Spartz
Cosponsors
None
Health
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

H.R. 3022, also called the "Restoring Rights of Physicians to Own Hospitals Act", aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The main goal is to repeal the Obamacare ban on provider-owned hospitals. The bill modifies Section 1877 of the Social Security Act related to exceptions to ownership or investment prohibition for hospitals.

Potential Positive Impacts for People

  • The bill repeals the Obamacare ban on provider-owned hospitals, potentially increasing the number of hospitals, especially in rural areas, and giving people more options for healthcare (based on the bill's intent to restore rights to physicians).

  • Section 2 focuses on repealing requirements for hospitals to qualify for rural provider and hospital exceptions, which could lead to increased investment and healthcare access in rural communities.

Potential Negative Impacts for People

  • The repeal of the ban on provider-owned hospitals (Obamacare ban) could lead to doctors referring patients to hospitals they own, potentially resulting in unnecessary or more expensive treatments, and raising healthcare costs for individuals.

  • The bill amends Section 1877 of the Social Security Act by striking certain subparagraphs. This could potentially remove existing protections or requirements related to hospital ownership and investment, leading to unforeseen negative consequences for patients.

Yes· 3 of 13

  • Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+7

    Increased incentive for physicians to build and own hospitals in underserved rural areas.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+6

    Directly benefits medical professionals acting as business owners.

  • Does this invest in rural communities?+6

    Facilitates the establishment and operation of hospitals in rural areas by easing ownership restrictions.

The opposite· 3 of 4

  • Does this strengthen the Affordable Care Act?-5

    The bill specifically seeks to repeal a ban established under the Affordable Care Act.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?-4

    Reduces federal restrictions on private ownership of healthcare facilities.

  • Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?-3

    Repealing ownership bans may increase conflicts of interest, potentially leading to unnecessary treatments.