The bill amends several sections of the Florida Statutes related to home health care services, specifically focusing on administrator management, service agreements, and the criteria for the Excellence in Home Health Program. It allows an administrator to manage up to five home health agencies with identical controlling interests, and it clarifies that nursing services can be provided by individuals under contract with a home health agency, while ensuring that the agency remains responsible for the care provided.

Additionally, the bill revises the criteria for the Excellence in Home Health Program to be more adaptable to various types of home health agencies, emphasizing patient satisfaction, service excellence, workforce stability, and innovation in care delivery. It removes outdated criteria and introduces new standards that reflect current practices and needs in home health care. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1353 Filed: 400.476, 400.487, 400.52
H 1353 c1: 400.476, 400.487
H 1353 er: 400.476, 400.487