A bill for an act relating to Medicaid reimbursement for services to individuals who meet the nursing home level of care and are required to register as sex offenders.(Formerly HF 235; See HF 708.)
Impact
The implementation of HF451 is likely to have considerable implications on state Medicaid laws and regulations. With these changes, individuals classified under the nursing facility level of care who also fall within the sex offender registry will gain access to financial support for their required services. This could mitigate barriers to care for a demographic that may struggle to find adequate housing and care facilities due to their status on the registry. Consequently, the bill could influence the operational approaches of health and care providers who work with Medicaid patients.
Summary
House File 451 pertains to the Medicaid program and addresses the reimbursement methodology for services rendered to individuals who meet the nursing home level of care and are required to register as sex offenders. This bill mandates that by January 1, 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services implement a specific strategy to reimburse these individuals. The essence of this legislation is to ensure that persons eligible for nursing home care who are also on the sex offender registry will have their necessary care covered under Medicaid, thus addressing a significant gap in care provision for this population.
Contention
While HF451 aims to provide necessary support for a vulnerable population, it is not without potential contention. There may be concerns regarding the public perception of providing Medicaid funds to those with a sexual offense history. Critics could argue that this legislation indirectly supports individuals whose actions have led to their designation as sex offenders. Conversely, advocates for the bill may argue that healthcare access is a fundamental right, and denying care based on a past offense does not align with a fair and just healthcare system.
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A bill for an act relating to Medicaid reimbursement for services to individuals who meet the nursing home level of care and are required to register as sex offenders.(See HF 451, HF 708.)
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A bill for an act relating to Medicaid reimbursement for services to individuals who meet the nursing home level of care and are required to register as sex offenders. (Formerly HF 451, HF 235.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.
A bill for an act relating to Medicaid reimbursement for services to individuals who meet the nursing home level of care and are required to register as sex offenders. (Formerly HF 451, HF 235.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.
A bill for an act relating to Medicaid reimbursement for services to individuals who meet the nursing home level of care and are required to register as sex offenders.(See HF 451, HF 708.)
A bill for an act relating to the work without worry program for employed individuals with disabilities under the Medicaid program.(Formerly HSB 198; See HF 2589.)
A bill for an act relating to the work without worry program for employed individuals with disabilities under the Medicaid program.(See HF 403, HF 2589.)
A bill for an act relating to Medicaid-related programs and services including the work without worry program for employed individuals with disabilities and complex rehabilitation technology.(Formerly HF 403, HSB 198.)
A bill for an act relating to the Medicaid program including third-party recovery and taxation of Medicaid managed care organization premiums.(Formerly HSB 177; See HF 685.)
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A bill for an act relating to bodies of the state governmental structure under the purview of the department of health and human services. (Formerly HF 386.)
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