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One source, even from a recent Politico article, points out that some hospitals are claiming closures are happening because of this legislation when, in fact, no reforms have been implemented yet. The reality is that any hospital closures before 2028 cannot be directly attributed to current policies, making many of these claims potentially unfounded or premature.
Political Motives and Strategic Delays
Adding nuance to the discussion, some political insiders suggest that the threat of hospital closures might be orchestrated or exaggerated for strategic purposes. A known Republican insider from the Senate Finance Committee recently conveyed that these proposed cuts are unlikely to be implemented anytime soon.