Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2791

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to Medicaid billing for the services of substitute dentists.

Impact

Should the bill be enacted, it will bring forth changes in how Medicaid payments are processed for dental services. By ensuring that substitute dentists adhere to the same regulations as substitute physicians, HB2791 aims to streamline operations for dental practices participating in Medicaid. This could potentially lead to increased access to dental care for Medicaid beneficiaries, as it paves the way for practitioners to utilize substitute providers without facing additional regulatory hurdles.

Summary

House Bill 2791 addresses Medicaid billing practices specifically related to substitute dentists. The bill mandates that the same standards used for physicians billing the medical assistance program for services performed by substitute physicians also apply to dentists engaging in similar practices. This is a significant move towards standardizing the billing process across different types of healthcare providers, ensuring equitable treatment and clarity in Medicaid reimbursements for dental services.

Conclusion

In summary, HB2791 represents a legislative effort to enhance the Medicaid billing framework for dental services involving substitute practitioners. By aligning regulations across medical and dental fields, the bill strives to improve service delivery within the Medicaid program, while also navigating the complexities of federal compliance that may arise during its execution.

Contention

Notably, the implementation of HB2791 is contingent upon compliance with federal law. If a state agency identifies that a waiver or authorization is required to implement any part of the bill, it will delay implementation until the necessary approvals are secured. This aspect of the legislation may lead to discussions regarding the bureaucratic processes involved and the potential for any federal constraints affecting the effectiveness of the bill.

Companion Bills

TX HB1456

Duplicate Relating to Medicaid billing for the services of substitute dentists.

TX HB1661

Relating to Medicaid billing for the services of substitute dentists.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2727

Relating to the provision of home telemonitoring services under Medicaid.

TX HB4611

Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of the health and human services laws governing the Health and Human Services Commission, Medicaid, and other social services.

TX HB3550

Relating to standards for and services provided by prescribed pediatric extended care centers, including Medicaid reimbursement for those services.

TX HB1958

Relating to maternal mortality and morbidity in this state and Medicaid eligibility of and coverage for certain services provided to pregnant women.

TX HB4169

Relating to providing prevocational or similar services under certain Medicaid waiver programs.

TX HB2767

Relating to the sharing of controlled substance prescription monitoring information between the Texas State Board of Pharmacy and the Health and Human Services Commission for the state Medicaid program.

TX HB4334

Relating to the provision and delivery of certain health, mental health, and educational services in this state, including the delivery of those services using telecommunications or information technology.

TX HB3725

Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for doula services and reports on the provision of those services.

TX HB3394

Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for doula services and reports on the provision of those services.

TX HB3077

Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the Medicaid and CHIP perinatal programs.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.