Louisiana 2021 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HB356

Introduced
3/31/21  
Refer
3/31/21  
Refer
3/31/21  
Refer
4/12/21  

Caption

Requires regular evaluation of and reporting on Medicaid administration and services (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Impact

The bill's impact is aimed at optimizing how Medicaid services are delivered in Louisiana. By requiring the LDH to assess which services should remain under fee-for-service or managed care models, the legislation seeks to improve service efficiency and quality. Additionally, the emphasis on comparing Louisiana's Medicaid provisions with those of other states aims to ensure that the program remains competitive and effective, thereby potentially improving health outcomes for residents dependent on Medicaid services.

Summary

House Bill 356 mandates that the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) conduct regular evaluations of the state's Medicaid program and report the findings to the legislature. The bill outlines the intent of ensuring that the Medicaid program operates efficiently and sustainably, delivering cost-effective health services while maintaining coverage parity with other public and private health insurance options. The evaluations will analyze service delivery models, cost-effectiveness, service quality, data integrity, and coverage comparisons with other state Medicaid programs.

Sentiment

General sentiment around HB356 appears to focus on the necessity for accountability and transparency within the state's Medicaid program. Supporters of the bill see it as critical to improving healthcare delivery by ensuring regular oversight and adaptation of services to meet the evolving needs of the population. Critics may express concerns over the potential bureaucratic burdens or implications of such evaluations, but overall, the push for regular assessment is viewed positively as it aims to ensure better health service provisioning.

Contention

One notable area of contention could arise around the evaluation criteria and methodologies used by the LDH as they may significantly influence decisions on service deliveries and funding allocations. Stakeholders, including health advocacy groups and insurance providers, may have differing opinions on which evaluation measures should be prioritized, which could lead to debates on the allocation of resources and the overall direction of Medicaid administration in the state. Furthermore, the implications of potential funding adjustments as a result of these evaluations could also become a contentious issue.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HB454

Requires Medicaid coverage for certain doula services (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB129

Provides relative to Medicaid nonemergency transportation providers and services (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA SB142

Requires doula services to be covered by Medicaid. (8/1/24) (RE INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB11

Provides for copayment requirements in the La. Medicaid program (Item #16) (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB702

Provides for Medicaid coverage and support for doula services (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB251

Requires DHH to institute Medicaid cost containment measures to the extent allowed by federal regulations (OR DECREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB461

Requires copayments for Medicaid-covered physician visits and nonemergency services delivered in hospital emergency rooms (OR -$19,006,521 GF EX See Note)

LA SB137

Provides relative to Medicaid managed care for individuals receiving long-term services and supports. (8/1/21) (OR GF EX See Note)

LA HB91

Authorizes transportation network companies to provide nonemergency medical transportation services through the state Medicaid program (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB952

Establishes the Mental and Behavioral Health Services Preservation Act (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Similar Bills

LA HB5

Provides for Medicaid eligibility determination functions and Medicaid fraud detection and prevention (Items #14 and 15)

LA HB2

Provides for Medicaid eligibility determination functions and Medicaid fraud detection and prevention (Items #14 and 15) (EG INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB480

Provides relative to Medicaid fraud detection and prevention (RE INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA SB7

Provides relative to Medicaid eligibility determination functions and Medicaid fraud detection and prevention. (Item #14 and Item #15) (gov sig)

LA HB485

Establishes the Medicaid Managed Care Authority as a policymaking and oversight body for the Medicaid managed care program (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB186

Provides for state agency partnerships to improve Medicaid administration and program integrity (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA SB130

Provides relative to Medicaid. (gov sig) (EN DECREASE GF EX See Note)

LA HB983

Requires reporting regarding certain employers