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AZ SB1619

Bill

Status

Passed

4/6/2011

Primary Sponsor

Andy Biggs

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Origin

Senate

Fiftieth Legislature - First Regular Session (2011)

AI Summary

  • Transfers children's rehabilitative services from the Department of Health Services to the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) administration, effective June 30, 2011.

  • Establishes new definitions and eligibility screening processes for chronically ill or physically disabled children, requiring financial screening and coordination with Medicaid to determine eligibility.

  • Creates a prescription drug rebate fund to collect rebates and federal monies for offsetting federal draws, administrative costs, and nonfederal share payments in AHCCCS medical services programs.

  • Implements cost-sharing requirements for AHCCCS members beginning July 1, 2011, including monthly premiums up to $15 per person (maximum $60 per household), copayments of $5 for physician visits, $10 for urgent care, and $30 for emergency department visits.

  • Modifies hospital reimbursement rates, nonemergency transportation coverage, vital records fees, and establishes county contributions to long-term care and acute care systems for fiscal years 2011-2012.

Legislative Description

Health; 20112012; budget reconciliation

Last Action

Governor Signed

4/6/2011

Full Bill Text

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