Supplemental appropriation of $3.6 million to DHS to increase adult medical day care Medicaid per diem rate from $89.55 to $93.10.
Impact
The bill aims to stabilize the funding of adult medical day care services, which are essential for the health and well-being of many vulnerable residents. By increasing the reimbursement rate for providers, the intent is to ensure these facilities can continue to operate amid rising costs and other financial challenges. Previous increases in the per diem rate have demonstrated a gradual acknowledgment of the increasing financial burdens on these providers, which have remained static for many years prior to 2021.
Summary
Assembly Bill A2074 proposes a supplemental appropriation of $3.6 million to the New Jersey Department of Human Services (DHS) to increase the Medicaid per diem rate for adult medical day care services from $89.55 to $93.10. This is a significant increase intended to support vital services for individuals who, due to cognitive or physical impairments, require such care to remain in their communities. The bill is timely, addressing the challenges faced by these service providers, particularly in light of financial pressures stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Contention
While there may not be explicit points of contention mentioned in the discussions, the context surrounding Medicaid funding often involves debates over budget priorities and allocation of resources in the state budget. Advocates for vulnerable populations may view this bill positively as a necessary step, whereas budgetary hawks may raise concerns about overall state expenditures and the sustainability of such appropriations. The historical context of previous funding fluctuations and the urgent need for support post-COVID-19 strengthens the case for this bill.
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Establishes Medicaid per diem rate for pediatric medical day care services delivered by provider offering on-site services; appropriates $3.6 million to DHS.
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Makes FY2024 supplemental appropriations of $37,430,000; de-appropriates $24,000,000 in existing FY2024 appropriations; adds and modifies various FY2024 language provisions.
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