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AR HB1559
Bill
Status
4/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Richard McGrew
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AI Summary
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Department of Human Services must submit a Section 1115 demonstration waiver application to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to allow Medicaid coverage for inpatient substance use disorder treatment in institutions for mental diseases (IMDs)
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Waiver application must expand access to medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, improve care coordination for beneficiaries with substance use disorder, and develop intensive outpatient services to reduce inpatient treatment needs
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DHS required to consult with substance use disorder treatment providers, patient advocacy groups, and behavioral health experts when developing the waiver application
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Annual reporting to the General Assembly required on waiver application status, implementation progress, and outcomes of expanded coverage
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Approved April 16, 2025 (Act 632 of the Regular Session)
Legislative Description
To Require The Department Of Human Services To Seek A Waiver To The Arkansas Medicaid Program For Coverage For Inpatient Treatment Services For Substance Use Disorders.
Last Action
Notification that HB1559 is now Act 632
4/16/2025