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Medicare HPSA Bonus
Estimate the CMS 10% Medicare bonus for qualifying services in a designated Health Professional Shortage Area.
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Check whether a location meets the federal HPSA/MUA baseline most state Conrad 30 J-1 visa waiver programs require.
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J-1 Visa Waiver or 10% Medicare Bonus
Medical providers serving Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) may be eligible for a J-1 Visa Waiver and/or a 10% bonus on Medicare physician fee schedule payments. Use our tools to check your area's designation status for the waiver or bonus.
Why Use HPSA Finder
Quick, Clear, and Actionable
Quickly determine whether your service area meets the federal requirements for the J-1 Visa Waiver or enhanced Medicare reimbursement and understand the factors behind each designation.
Disclaimer
These are independent reference tools and are not affiliated with or endorsed by HRSA, CMS, or any government agency. Bonus eligibility and payment are determined solely by CMS based on official Medicare rules and HRSA's shortage-area designations. Always verify your eligibility and exact bonus amounts using official CMS and HRSA resources before making billing or contractual decisions. J-1 Waiver Check results are informational only: the check does not evaluate any individual state's additional Conrad 30 requirements, does not determine or guarantee waiver eligibility, and is not legal or immigration advice. For J-1 waivers, always confirm eligibility and requirements with your state's Conrad 30 Primary Care Office and the U.S. Department of State, and consult qualified legal counsel.