AK HB287

Creates a new certification program for community health workers administered by the Department of Health, establishing scope of practice, minimum qualifications, education and training standards, continuing education requirements, and fee schedules

Certificates are valid for two years; applicants with at least 960 hours of paid or volunteer experience in the previous three years may have education and training requirements waived

Individuals may practice as community health workers without certification, but only certified workers would be eligible for Medicaid reimbursement

Adds certified community health worker services to the list of optional services covered under Alaska's Medicaid program, contingent on federal approval by July 1, 2031

Requires the Department of Health to consult with a statewide or nationally recognized community health worker organization when developing certification regulations