Boren Amendment

The Boren Amendment is a legal provision from the U.S. that requires Medicaid to pay nursing homes and other healthcare providers enough money to cover the actual costs of caring for residents. Essentially, it ensures that government payments are fair and sufficient, so providers can deliver quality care without financial loss. This helps prevent underfunding and ensures that vulnerable populations, like the elderly or disabled, receive proper services. The amendment aims to balance the needs of healthcare providers with the goal of providing adequate, accessible Medicaid coverage.