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AR HB1553

Bill

Status

Failed

5/1/2023

Primary Sponsor

Lee Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Adds new section 20-77-2709 to Arkansas Code to establish abbreviated independent assessment process for certain Medicaid beneficiaries

  • Requires Department of Human Services to implement abbreviated independent assessment (such as desk review) for beneficiaries with chronic, long-term conditions receiving home- and community-based services through risk-based provider organizations

  • Directs Department of Human Services to apply for any necessary federal waivers, Medicaid state plan amendments, or other authorizations needed to implement the assessment process

Legislative Description

To Modify The Medicaid Provider-led Organized Care Act; And To Authorize An Abbreviated Independent Assessment For Certain Beneficiaries Enrolled In A Risk-based Provider Organization.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment

5/1/2023

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare and Labor3/6/2023

Full Bill Text

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