AZ HB2857

Amends reimbursement procedures for state agencies receiving federal funds or reconciliation payments, requiring deposits to state general fund and prohibiting credits against future contractor payments.

Eliminates the $40 fee for second newborn screening tests, capping the newborn screening program fee at $30 for the first specimen and hearing test.

Removes AHCCCS ambulance service reimbursement requirements from the department of health services rate-setting authority and places them under AHCCCS chapter 29 provisions instead.

Expands breast and cervical cancer treatment eligibility to include individuals with income at or below 250% of federal poverty guidelines and modifies screening provider requirements.

Establishes county contribution amounts for Arizona long-term care system and acute care services for fiscal year 2012-2013, with provisions for state withholding from transaction privilege tax distributions if counties fail to pay.