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07/10/2025
The Florida Renal Association’s (FRA) Legislative Committee Meeting April 2025
Florida has seen several developments in renal care policy and advocacy in 2024, particularly through the efforts of organizations such as the Florida Renal Association (FRA). The work that has been performed has been stellar compared to years past for the state of Florida. The state seems to have updates often, as of today, the state has 3 legislative updates thus far. Key updates and events include:
- Educational Initiatives and Advocacy: The FRA hosted the 2024 Kidney Day in Tallahassee, aiming to educate policymakers about the importance of dialysis and kidney care. The event focused on legislative efforts to secure funding for renal health services and raised awareness about chronic kidney disease and dialysis needs
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- Emergency Preparedness and Reporting Requirements: Dialysis providers in Florida are expected to utilize the Health Facility Reporting System (HFRS) for emergency status and planning updates. While the state does not license dialysis facilities, federal conditions for ESRD facilities apply, ensuring compliance with standards set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
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- Legislative Engagement: Advocacy groups are working on legislative agendas to enhance funding for kidney care, improve patient outcomes, and address access to medications and services. These initiatives align with broader national trends to address disparities in care and support innovation in treatment delivery
