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ME LD960
Bill
Status
6/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kathy Javner
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AI Summary
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Directs the Department of Health and Human Services to amend MaineCare rules to allow nursing facility placements beyond 60 miles from a member's residence when discharging from a hospital
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Placements between 60-100 miles require documented proof that the hospital attempted to find a facility within 60 miles, including recording any refusals
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All placements beyond 60 miles require providing the member with written information and contact details for the long-term care ombudsman program
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Placements beyond 100 miles require consent from the member or the member's guardian
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Approved by the Governor on June 10, 2025 as Chapter 62 of the Resolves
Legislative Description
Resolve, to Allow the Placement of Hospitalized Patients in Nursing Facilities in Alternative Locations Under Certain Circumstances
Health Care Facilities
Last Action
FINALLY PASSED, in concurrence.
6/3/2025