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MI HB4059
Bill
Status
11/30/2021
Primary Sponsor
Pauline Wendzel
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AI Summary
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Children with confirmed autism spectrum disorder diagnoses do not require re-evaluation to maintain behavioral health treatment eligibility under Medicaid unless medically necessary
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Initial autism diagnosis must be completed by a qualified licensed practitioner, including psychiatrists, developmental pediatricians, pediatricians, psychologists, clinical social workers, advanced practice registered nurses, or physician's assistants with relevant training and experience
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Clinical social workers must have at least 1 year of experience within their scope of practice and be qualified and experienced in diagnosing autism spectrum disorder
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Effective date is Sine Die (end of legislative session)
Legislative Description
Human services: medical services; autism evaluation review process requirements for Medicaid benefit eligibility; modify. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109n.
Human services: medical services
Last Action
Assigned Pa 111'21
11/30/2021