Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HB37

Introduced
1/13/23  

Caption

Community Health, Department of; mitigate potential loss of Medicaid coverage caused by discontinuation of Families First Coronavirus Response Act; provide

Impact

The bill outlines a series of responsibilities for the Department of Community Health, including employing and training sufficient staff to manage redeterminations effectively and providing beneficiaries with timely notifications about their eligibility status. Additionally, it calls for enhancements to technology and processes to streamline the eligibility determination and renewal functions, aiming to minimize disruptions in coverage and to ensure that eligible individuals retain their health services.

Summary

House Bill 37 aims to address the anticipated loss of Medicaid coverage resulting from the end of the continuous enrollment period established by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. With the discontinuation of this provision, states are required to review Medicaid eligibility regularly, which poses a risk of disenrollment for many beneficiaries. The bill mandates the Department of Community Health to implement measures to assist in mitigating this loss, ensuring that beneficiaries are supported through the transition back to standard enrollment processes.

Contention

While the bill is designed to improve the Medicaid enrollment process and protect vulnerable populations, it raises concerns among some stakeholders regarding how effectively these changes can be implemented. Opponents may argue that the required rapid adjustments could lead to inefficiencies or delays in processing, impacting those who rely on Medicaid for their healthcare needs. Furthermore, the quality of communication and support provided to beneficiaries during this transition period is critical, as mismanagement could lead to significant disenrollment and gaps in access to necessary medical services.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HB97

Community Health, Department of; expansion of Medicaid; provide

GA A5225

Provides for coverage of community-based palliative care benefits under Medicaid.

GA S3729

Provides for coverage of community-based palliative care benefits under Medicaid.

GA SB17

Medical Assistance; program of premium assistance to enable eligible individuals to obtain healthcare coverage; provide

GA HB1401

Community health workers; provide for certification of by Health Department and for Medicaid reimbursement for services of.

GA HB1688

Community health workers; provide for certification of by Health Department and for Medicaid reimbursement for services of.

GA SB360

Public Assistance; public option buy-in program to provide healthcare coverage to individuals not eligible for Medicaid coverage; provide

GA HB124

Health; first responders of municipal fire departments may engage in emergency medical transportation of patients; provide

GA HB1044

Mental health facilities; provide for licensure of certain, and provide for Medicaid coverage for services provided by the facilities.

GA SB2824

Mental health facilities; provide for licensure of certain, and provide for Medicaid coverage for services provided.

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