CT HB07106

Requires authorized wheelchair dealers to complete repairs within 10 business days of request and provide emergency repairs when wheelchairs are completely inoperable on weekends and holidays, effective July 1, 2025

Expands Medicaid coverage to include transportation to repair facilities, annual preventive maintenance, and expedited delivery costs for wheelchair parts not in stock at the dealer

Mandates dealers maintain email and phone lines for repair requests, respond within one business day, order parts within three business days, and provide at least 24-hour notice for non-emergency repair appointments

Requires all authorized wheelchair dealers in Connecticut to submit monthly and annual repair data reports to the Commissioner of Social Services and advisory council starting September 1, 2025

Authorizes the Commissioner of Social Services to recoup or withhold Medicaid payments from dealers with "systemic noncompliance" (failing timely repair requirements for more than 5% of requests in a 30-day period) starting October 1, 2025