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MS HB601
Bill
Status
Failed
2/1/2022
Primary Sponsor
Rob Roberson
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AI Summary
- Extends Medicaid eligibility for maternal care services from 60 days to 12 months after the end of pregnancy for women who qualified during pregnancy
- Applies to pregnant women eligible under multiple Medicaid categories, including low-income families under Section 1931, those meeting Title IV-A financial standards, and those with family income up to 185% of the federal poverty level
- Amends Section 43-13-115 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to add the 12-month postpartum coverage extension across four eligibility paragraphs
- Effective date of July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Medicaid; eligible pregnant women remain eligible for maternal care services for 12 months after end of pregnancy.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022
Committee Referrals
Medicaid1/13/2022
Full Bill Text
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