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Rhode Island House Bill H7930

Rhode Island 2022 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H7930

Introduced
3/7/22  

Caption

Joint Resolution To Amend The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals (this Joint Resolution Would Approve An Amendment The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals.)

Impact

This joint resolution is significant as it addresses the complexities involved in the care of patients with severe behavioral health needs. By approving this amendment, the state legislature aims to improve access and quality of care for patients suffering from clinically severe mental health conditions. It also aligns with Rhode Island's commitment to enhancing its Medicaid program to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency in the realm of publicly funded healthcare services.

Summary

House Bill 7930 is a joint resolution aimed at amending the Medicaid Section 1115 demonstration waiver requests and renewals. Introduced by Representatives Tobon and Barros on March 7, 2022, the bill seeks to enable the implementation of a behavioral health per diem add-on for certain complex patients who have been hospitalized for an extended duration. This measure is designed to facilitate the transition of such patients to Medicaid-certified nursing facilities capable of providing enhanced behavioral healthcare. The overarching goal is to create a more cost-effective, consumer-choice-driven healthcare system in Rhode Island.

Contention

While the bill, on its surface, strives to enhance healthcare options for vulnerable populations, there are potential points of contention to consider. Stakeholders in the healthcare industry may have varying perspectives on the financial implications and the effectiveness of such a per diem add-on. Additionally, discussions may arise around the adequacy of funding and resources necessary to support the expansion of behavioral health services in nursing facilities, which could highlight broader issues within Medicaid funding and management.

Latest H7930 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S0276

Joint Resolution To Amend The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals (this Joint Resolution Would Approve An Amendment To Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals.)

RI H8245

Joint Resolution To Amend The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals (this Joint Resolution Would Approve An Amendment To The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals.)

RI S2468

Joint Resolution To Amend The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals (this Joint Resolution Would Approve An Amendment The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals.)

RI H5648

Joint Resolution To Amend The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals (this Joint Resolution Would Approve An Amendment To The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Requests And Renewals.)

RI S0412

JOINT RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE MEDICAID SECTION 1115 DEMONSTRATION WAIVER REQUESTS AND RENEWALS -- RHODE ISLAND MEDICAID REFORM ACT OF 2008 (Joint resolution to approve an amendment to the Medicaid section 1115 demonstration waiver requests and renewals.)

RI H5792

JOINT RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE MEDICAID SECTION 1115 DEMONSTRATION WAIVER REQUESTS AND RENEWALS -- RHODE ISLAND MEDICAID REFORM ACT OF 2008 (Joint resolution to approve an amendment to the Medicaid section 1115 demonstration waiver requests and renewals.)

RI S2071

JOINT RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE MEDICAID SECTION 1115 DEMONSTRATION WAIVER REQUESTS AND RENEWALS (This joint resolution would approve an amendment to a Medicaid section 1115 demonstration waiver and renewals regarding a pilot proposal to reduce the number of days behaviorally complex patients spend in acute care facilities.)

RI H6349

Joint Resolution To Amend The Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver Request (provides Legislative Approval For A Proposal To Amend A Medicaid Section 1115 Waiver Request.)

RI S2749

JOINT RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE MEDICAID SECTION 1115 DEMONSTRATION WAIVER REQUESTS AND RENEWALS (Approves an amendment to a Medicaid section 1115 demonstration waiver to mandate that the EOHHS propose a 13% raise to provider reimbursement rates for immediate care facilities, including certified community behavioral health centers.)

RI S2602

Provides a definition for intermediate care facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities, includes the facilities under the nursing facility assessment, and includes a Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration waiver request.

Similar Bills

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