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Iowa House Bill HF426

Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF426

Introduced
2/17/25  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the provision of durable medical equipment to Medicaid recipients with a permanent disability.

Impact

The implications of HF426 are significant for both the state’s Medicaid program and the recipients who depend on such equipment. By codifying the requirement to continue coverage under certain conditions, the bill seeks to provide greater stability and reassurance to families of those with disabilities. It reflects an effort to reduce bureaucratic hurdles that could interfere with timely access to necessary medical resources. This measure can potentially alleviate the financial stress often experienced by families required to navigate Medicaid’s complex approval processes.

Summary

House File 426 is aimed at ensuring that Medicaid recipients with permanent disabilities can continue receiving coverage for durable medical equipment. The bill mandates the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services to require Medicaid managed care organizations to maintain approval for durable medical equipment that these recipients had previously received, as long as there has been no significant change in their medical condition. This provision is particularly important for individuals who rely on specific medical tools for their everyday functioning and wellbeing.

Contention

While HF426 seems poised to support a vulnerable population, it could also draw some contention regarding its implementation. Stakeholders may raise questions about how 'significant change' is defined and assessed, which could impact the assurance that recipients rely on. Furthermore, funding and resource allocation debates may arise as Medicaid managed care organizations adjust their policies to comply with this law. Critics may argue that more extensive reforms are needed to ensure comprehensive support for those with disabilities, rather than simply maintaining existing processes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2203

A bill for an act relating to the provision of durable medical equipment to Medicaid recipients with a permanent disability.

IA HF2204

A bill for an act providing for Medicaid coverage of power standing device equipment on power wheelchairs for Medicaid recipients with a permanent physical disability.

IA HF2589

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.)

IA SF2045

A bill for an act relating to the work without worry program for employed individuals with disabilities under the Medicaid program.

IA SF368

A bill for an act relating to the work without worry program for employed individuals with disabilities under the Medicaid program.

IA HSB198

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.)

IA HF403

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.)

IA SF415

A bill for an act relating to coverage under the Medicaid program for anti-addiction medication.

IA HF2565

A bill for an act relating to the provision of Medicaid coverage and services to certain inmates under the Medicaid program.(Formerly HF 2236.)

IA SF462

A bill for an act relating to the Medicaid program including third-party recovery and taxation of Medicaid managed care organization premiums.(Formerly SSB 1167; See SF 567.)

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