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MO SB245

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/9/2011

Primary Sponsor

Jim Lembke

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and reenacts section 208.152, RSMo, to modify the MO HealthNet program's covered services
  • Expands the definition of "physicians' services" in subdivision (6) to include services provided by healthcare professionals licensed pursuant to chapter 331 and provided in accordance with section 331.010
  • Allows chiropractic services to be covered under MO HealthNet when rendered by properly licensed professionals
  • Services must be furnished in office, home, hospital, nursing home, or elsewhere, consistent with existing physician service coverage
  • Changes apply to the state plan for medical assistance under Title XIX of the federal Social Security Act

Legislative Description

Provides that physician services currently covered under MO HealthNet include services provided by chiropractors in accordance with the chiropractic practice act

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Health, Mental Health, Seniors and Families Committee

2/10/2011

Committee Referrals

Health, Mental Health, Seniors And Families2/10/2011

Full Bill Text

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