MS
Mississippi House Bill HB1044

Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1044

Introduced
2/8/24  
Refer
2/8/24  

Caption

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

Impact

This legislation is expected to enhance the quality of care in the mental health sector by ensuring that all facilities meet established standards of operation. By making mental health services provided by these licensed facilities eligible for Medicaid reimbursement, the bill aims to broaden access to necessary treatments for eligible beneficiaries, thereby improving overall mental health care in the state. This aligns state practice with federal standards for mental health service providers, enforcing compliance and accountability.

Summary

House Bill 1044 aims to provide for the licensure and regulation of adult residential treatment facilities and adult supportive residential facilities under the auspices of the Mississippi Department of Mental Health. The bill emphasizes that it is unlawful for any entity to own or operate such facilities without a license, thereby tightening the oversight of mental health service providers. It directs the State Board of Mental Health to adopt necessary rules that establish facility requirements and minimum operational standards expected of services offered at these facilities.

Contention

However, the bill has also sparked debates regarding the potential bureaucratic challenges that smaller facilities might face in obtaining licenses and adhering to stringent regulations. Opponents may argue that these requirements could limit the availability of services in some regions, particularly in underserved areas where such facilities are scarce. Concerns over the financial implications for facilities required to meet these new standards and the potential reduction in service availability in certain communities have also been raised, highlighting the need for careful implementation and support for providers transitioning to comply with the new regulations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB1411

Medicaid; provide coverage for substance abuse and mental health services for pregnant and postpartum women.

MS HB1493

CON law; remove certain health care facilities from.

MS HB250

Medicaid; revise certain provisions regarding managed care providers and payments during appeals.

MS HB324

Medicaid; telehealth services provided by FQHCs, rural health clinics and community mental health centers reimbursed at same rate as face-to-face encounters.

MS HB1080

Medicaid; provide coverage for neonatal circumcision procedures.

MS SB2211

Medicaid; bring forward provider assessment provisions.

MS SB2628

Medicaid eligibility; provide coverage of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly.

MS SB2744

Certificate of need; remove certain facilities from list that require such certificate from the Department of Health.

MS HB10

CON; remove chemical dependency services and facilities from requirements of the CON law.

MS HB992

Medicaid; bring forward services and managed care provisions.

Similar Bills

MS SB2397

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

MS SB2824

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

MS HB1527

HIV medications; prohibit health plans and Medicaid from subjecting to protocols that restrict dispensing of.

MS HB187

Medicaid; require managed care organizations to use certain level of care guidelines in determining medical necessity.

MS HB425

Medicaid; require managed care organizations to use certain level of care guidelines in determining medical necessity.

MS HB423

Medicaid; require managed care organizations to use certain level of care guidelines in determining medical necessity.

MS SB2779

HIV prevention drugs; require health insurance plans and Division of Medicaid to provide coverage for.

MS SB2626

Medicaid; provide increased reimbursement rate for hospitals in counties with high unemployment and doctor shortage.