MO SB354

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services must provide full coverage for amino acid-based elemental formulas for children under 19 years of age, subject to state and federal appropriations

Eligible conditions include IgE and non-IgE mediated allergies to multiple food proteins, food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome, eosinophilic disorders, and impaired nutrient absorption from gastrointestinal disorders

Amino acid-based elemental formulas are defined as formulas made from single nonallergenic amino acids

Department may promulgate rules to implement the program, subject to compliance with Chapter 536 rulemaking procedures

Rules adopted after August 28, 2015 would be invalid if the General Assembly's rulemaking review powers are held unconstitutional