Fees provided and waived for certified birth records, identification cards, and driver's licenses for persons treated for substance use disorder; substance use disorder treatment plan review requirements modified; transition follow-up counseling provided; treatment rate and staffing requirements modified; temporary rate increases provided; and transition support service recommendations directed.
Impact
HF2628 directly influences state laws surrounding health and human services by streamlining the process for individuals recovering from substance use disorders. It mandates that the commissioner of human services increase the payment rates for substance use disorder treatment by a notable 24 percent starting no later than July 1, 2023. This increase is part of a broader effort to enhance service delivery models, improve access to necessary documentation for clients, and ensure that treatment providers can adequately compensate their staff, thereby improving the quality of care.
Summary
House File 2628, also known as HF2628, focuses on behavioral health by providing specific support measures for individuals treated for substance use disorders who are eligible for medical assistance. This legislation aims to facilitate access to certified birth records, identification cards, and driver's licenses for affected individuals without imposing fees. The bill modifies the requirements related to substance use disorder treatment plans, specifically emphasizing the importance of follow-up counseling for those who have been discharged from treatment facilities.
Contention
One notable point of contention regarding HF2628 lies in how it seeks to balance the need for efficient service delivery with ongoing budgetary implications. While proponents argue that providing no-cost access to vital records and medications will significantly benefit those in recovery, critics may raise concerns about the bill's impact on state budgets and the allocation of funds for other essential services. Additionally, the need for clear guidelines on how transition support services will be administered and funded is a critical point of discussion among stakeholders.
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Fees provision and dismissal for certified birth records, identification cards and driver's licenses for persons treated for substance use disorder who are eligible for medical assistance
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Fees provision and dismissal for certified birth records, identification cards and driver's licenses for persons treated for substance use disorder who are eligible for medical assistance
Client supports expanded, substance use disorder licensing requirements modified, reporting system created, behavioral health reimbursement modified, tax provisions modified for individuals employed in substance use disorder treatment programs, and reports required.
Continuing education requirements for licensed alcohol and drug counselors modified, religious objections to placements in substance use disorder treatment programs allowed, comprehensive assessment requirements modified, and courts or other placement authorities prohibited from compelling an individual to participate in religious elements of substance use disorder treatment.
Substance use disorder treatment; licensed alcohol and drug counselors continuing education requirements modified, religious objections to placements in substance use disorder treatment programs allowed, comprehensive assessment requirements modified, courts or other placement authorities prohibited from compelling an individual to participate in religious elements of substance use disorder treatment, and report required.