A bill for an act relating to the expansion of the ground emergency medical transportation program.(Formerly HSB 249; See HF 977.)
Impact
The expansion of this ground emergency medical transportation program is expected to have a significant impact on healthcare access in Iowa. By facilitating the enrollment of providers into the program, the legislation is perceived as a way to reduce barriers that currently exist for these essential services. The bill will not only ensure that more emergency medical transportation providers can operate under reimbursable conditions but also aims to sustain and possibly improve the overall coverage in emergency medical services across the state.
Summary
House File 941 aims to expand the ground emergency medical transportation program in Iowa, which was first established in 2018. The bill mandates the Department of Health and Human Services to hire dedicated staff whose primary responsibility will be to enhance enrollment for eligible ground emergency medical transportation providers. This initiative is critical as it seeks to ensure that citizens have adequate access to emergency medical services throughout the state, which can be particularly vital in rural areas where such services are limited.
Contention
While the bill is primarily focused on improving healthcare access, potential points of contention could arise regarding the funding required for hiring additional staff at the Department of Health and Human Services and the resources allocated to support the expanded program. Stakeholders might debate the effectiveness of the proposed measures and whether the necessary financial investments will be met with corresponding benefits in accessing emergency medical services. Moreover, concerns may be raised about the long-term sustainability of the program and its capabilities to adapt to evolving healthcare needs.
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 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 Medicaid program including third-party recovery and taxation of Medicaid managed care organization premiums.(Formerly HSB 177; See HF 685.)
A bill for an act relating to behavioral health services for children including psychiatric medical institutions for children. (Formerly HSB 502.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.
A bill for an act relating to the maximum amount of available resources disregarded under the Medicaid for employed people with disabilities program.(Formerly HSB 747.)
A bill for an act relating to the provision of emergency medical services by a physician and surgeon or osteopathic physician and surgeon and the definition of first responder. (Formerly HF 2258.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.
Relating to the creation of and the powers of a comprehensive multimodal urban transportation authority, including the power to impose taxes, issue bonds, and exercise limited eminent domain authority.