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AR HB1459
Bill
Status
Passed
4/19/2021
Primary Sponsor
Clint Penzo
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Code Title 20, Chapter 77, Subchapter 1 to add Section 20-77-140 requiring reimbursement for behavioral health services at federally qualified health centers.
- Mandates Arkansas Medicaid Program reimbursement for behavioral health services provided by clinical psychologists, licensed certified social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed mental health counselors, or licensed marriage and family therapists.
- Requires the Department of Human Services to apply for any necessary federal waivers, Medicaid state plan amendments, or other federal authority to implement the reimbursement requirements.
- Approved April 19, 2021.
Legislative Description
To Ensure That All Healthcare Providers Are Reimbursed For Behavioral Health Services By The Arkansas Medicaid Program.
Last Action
Notification that HB1459 is now Act 764
4/19/2021
Committee Referrals
Public Health, Welfare And Labor4/5/2021
Public Health, Welfare and Labor2/9/2021
Full Bill Text
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