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CT HB06611

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/24/2017

Primary Sponsor

Charles Ferraro

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends section 17b-340d of the general statutes to phase in an acuity-based Medicaid reimbursement system for nursing home services
  • Reimbursement system will account for the level of care required for residents with acute conditions using a standard resident assessment instrument
  • Includes reimbursement adjustments for specialized care needs and cost differences across different geographical regions of the state
  • Incorporates a pay-for-performance adjustment mechanism and revisions to the property reimbursement component of nursing home rates
  • Aims to align Medicaid reimbursement with the actual costs of caring for residents with varying health conditions and diagnoses

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning An Acuity-based Medicaid Reimbursement System For Nursing Home Services.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Human Services

1/24/2017

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/24/2017

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