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AR HB1255
Bill
Status
4/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeremy Wooldridge
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AI Summary
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Arkansas Medicaid beneficiaries may obtain continuous glucose monitors either through a pharmacy prescription (eligible for pharmacy rebates) or through a written order from a practitioner for durable medical equipment
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Durable medical equipment providers are not required to submit a National Drug Code as part of claim submissions for continuous glucose monitors
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Department of Human Services must implement consistent approval requirements regardless of whether the monitor is obtained through a pharmacy or durable medical equipment provider
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Reimbursement for continuous glucose monitors provided by durable medical equipment providers must be at least equal to Medicare reimbursement rates under the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
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Approved April 17, 2025 as Act 857 of the Regular Session
Legislative Description
To Amend The Coverage Of A Continuous Glucose Monitor In The Arkansas Medicaid Program.
Last Action
Notification that HB1255 is now Act 857
4/17/2025