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New Jersey Assembly Bill A2868

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A2868

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

Impact

The impact of A2868 is poised to extend beyond cost adjustments; it is anticipated to enhance service delivery and encourage more providers to participate in Medicaid. By raising reimbursement rates, the bill facilitates better access to needed services, potentially addressing barriers faced by adults with severe mental illness or substance use disorders. It also aims to deliver a more supportive framework for facilities providing essential non-residential treatment sessions, thereby aligning with broader state health objectives in promoting community integration and preventing hospitalizations.

Summary

Assembly Bill A2868 seeks to enhance the Medicaid program's support for behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services through significant adjustments to reimbursement rates. Specifically, the bill proposes a 35 percent increase in Medicaid reimbursement rates for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient services. This increase is relevant for adult Medicaid enrollees, thereby promoting access to essential mental health and addiction treatment services. Additionally, the bill aims to improve compensation for transportation services associated with these treatments, raising the reimbursement for transportation to $10 per trip, which marks an increase from the current rate of $7.

Contention

Notably, while the bill has garnered support from various stakeholders advocating for improved mental health resources, there may be concerns regarding funding and budget implications. Critics could argue that increasing reimbursement rates requires careful fiscal consideration, particularly in light of budget constraints within the state. Furthermore, stakeholders may raise questions about the efficiency of fund allocation to ensure it effectively translates to improved patient outcomes and access to care.

Companion Bills

NJ S668

Same As Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

NJ S1895

Carry Over Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

NJ A3792

Carry Over Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

Previously Filed As

NJ A3792

Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

NJ S668

Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

NJ S1895

Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

NJ A3794

Extends COVID-19 Medicaid per diem rate, and requires Medicaid coverage without prior authorization, for certain partial care behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services.

NJ S669

Extends COVID-19 Medicaid per diem rate, and requires Medicaid coverage without prior authorization, for certain partial care behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services.

NJ S1896

Extends COVID-19 Medicaid per diem rate, and requires Medicaid coverage without prior authorization, for certain partial care behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services.

NJ A555

"Mental Health Access Act;" increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain evidence-based behavioral health services.

NJ A2764

"Mental Health Access Act;" increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain evidence-based behavioral health services.

NJ A5354

Increases access to substance use disorder treatment; Requires Medicaid coverage for substance use disorder services provided by community-based organizations.

NJ A2500

"Mental Health Access Act;" increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain evidence-based behavioral health services.

Similar Bills

NJ S1895

Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

NJ A3792

Increases Medicaid reimbursement for in-person partial care and intensive outpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services, and associated transportation services, for adults.

NJ S3767

Establishes minimum Medicaid reimbursement rate for structured day program services provided to beneficiary eligible for brain injury services.

NJ A4012

Establishes minimum Medicaid reimbursement rate for structured day program services provided to beneficiary eligible for brain injury services.

NJ S2535

Establishes minimum Medicaid reimbursement rate for structured day program services provided to beneficiary eligible for brain injury services.

NJ A5397

Establishes minimum Medicaid reimbursement rate for structured day program services provided to beneficiary eligible for brain injury services.

NJ S2049

Establishes minimum Medicaid reimbursement rates for brain injury services.

NJ A3110

Establishes minimum Medicaid reimbursement rates for brain injury services.