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CT HB06991
Bill
Status
2/1/2017
Primary Sponsor
Aging Committee
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AI Summary
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Commissioner of Social Services shall conduct a study on technology that reduces costs for state-funded medical assistance to immobile or semi-ambulatory persons, in consultation with the Commissioner on Aging.
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Study shall focus on mobility systems that transfer immobile or semi-ambulatory persons from bed to wheelchair or commode.
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Commissioner must submit a report to joint standing committees on aging, human services, and appropriations by January 1, 2018.
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Report may include estimated savings from reduced injuries to patients and staff, and decreased hospital or nursing home admissions and readmissions related to such injuries.
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Effective date is July 1, 2017.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning A Study Of Cost Savings From The Utilization Of Mobility Systems.
Last Action
Public Hearing 02/07
2/2/2017