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AR SB765

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/6/2017

Primary Sponsor

Missy Irvin

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Origin

Senate

91st General Assembly (2017 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the Medicaid Inspector General from applying different interpretations of the Medicaid state plan, Department of Human Services rules, provider manuals, or guidance during audits than those applied by the department during the audit period.

  • Requires the Medicaid Inspector General to consult with the Department of Human Services if disagreeing with the department's interpretation, and mandates the department notify all affected providers of any interpretation changes.

  • Prohibits the Medicaid Inspector General from attempting to recoup payments for services solely because documentation for multiple services provided during a single encounter is not recorded on separate notes or records in the patient chart.

Legislative Description

To Harmonize The Interpretation Of Federal Medicaid Regulations By The Department Of Human Services And The Office Of Medicaid Inspector General In Regards To Provider Audits.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

5/1/2017

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare And Labor3/6/2017

Full Bill Text

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