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HI HB344
Bill
Status
1/22/2013
Primary Sponsor
Henry Aquino
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Department of Public Safety to adopt rules for submitting eligible claims for inmate medical services to Medicaid for payment under chapter 91.
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Permits the department to implement technology systems that automate billing, payment, claims resolution, and recovery of overpayments for inmate medical services.
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Requires automated systems to include post-payment review procedures ensuring that diagnosis and procedure codes are accurate and supported by physician documentation and medical records.
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Allows the department to pursue federal cost-sharing programs beyond Medicaid that may be available to provide payment for inmate medical services.
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Takes effect upon approval.
Legislative Description
Corrections; Inmate Medical Services; Medicaid
Last Action
The committee(s) on PBS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.
1/31/2013