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AR HB1868
Bill
Status
3/9/2015
Primary Sponsor
Kim Hammer
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AI Summary
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Establishes a one-time contraception incentive program for unmarried Medicaid beneficiaries who have one child
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Eligible individuals must consent to and receive a surgically implanted contraception device or similar reversible birth control device with a 5-year or longer period of effectiveness
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Eligible individuals receive Medicaid reimbursement for the contraception procedure after providing documentation of device placement
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Department of Human Services must pursue implementation within the Arkansas Medicaid Program and submit a state plan amendment or waiver to federal authorities for approval
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Program implementation is conditioned upon receipt of necessary federal approvals; if federal approval is not obtained, the program shall not be implemented
Legislative Description
To Create A Contraception Incentive For Medicaid Beneficiaries.
Last Action
Recommended for study in the Interim by Joint Interim Committee on PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE- HOUSE
3/27/2015