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MS HB344
Bill
Status
3/3/2020
Primary Sponsor
Becky Currie
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AI Summary
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Amends Mississippi Code Section 43-13-117 to restrict Medicaid coverage for nonresidents admitted to pediatric skilled nursing facilities in Mississippi.
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Nonresident persons under age 21 admitted to a pediatric skilled nursing facility in Mississippi are ineligible for Mississippi Medicaid coverage for pediatric skilled nursing services.
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Nonresidents must continue to be covered for pediatric skilled nursing services by the Medicaid program of their state of residence.
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The restriction applies only to pediatric skilled nursing services (service category 30) and does not affect other Medicaid benefits.
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Effective July 1, 2020.
Legislative Description
Medicaid; nonresident admitted to pediatric skilled nursing facility in MS not eligible for MS Medicaid coverage.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/3/2020