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The Congressional Research Service (CRS) is part of the legislative branch of the federal government. CRS, which is a department of the Library of Congress, works exclusively as a nonpartisan analytical, research, and reference arm for Congress. The CRS mission is to support an informed national legislature. A selection of written reports prepared by CRS regarding Medicare is available below. These links will automatically direct you to the most recently updated version of each report.

Medicare Payments

Medicare Payment Policies

Medicare Payment Issues Affecting Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (IRFs)

Budget Reconciliation FY2006: Medicaid, Medicare, and State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) Provisions

Side-by-Side Comparison of Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP Provisions in the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005

Medicare: Payments to Physicians

Medicare Prescription Drug Benefits

Medicare: Enrollment in Medicare Drug Plans

Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit: An Overview of Implementation for Dual Eligibles

Implications of the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit for Dual Eligibles and State Medicaid Programs