AR HB1530

Amends Arkansas Code § 20-77-1901(7) to expand the definition of "specialty hospital" for purposes of the hospital assessment fee under the Arkansas Medicaid Program

Adds hospitals primarily or exclusively treating patients with orthopedic or spinal conditions to the specialty hospital definition

Retains existing specialty hospital categories: children's hospitals exempt from Medicare prospective payment system and hospitals treating cardiac conditions

Specialty hospital classification affects how facilities are assessed fees under the Arkansas Medicaid Program