MS SB2623

Limits county financial responsibility for treatment costs of indigent mentally ill residents under commitment orders to either a negotiated discounted fee with medical providers or, if no agreement exists, the Mississippi Medicaid reimbursement rate

Counties will not be liable for any medical costs, durable/nondurable goods, prescription drugs, or medications that exceed the Medicaid reimbursement rate for indigent patients with no payor source

Clarifies that county of residence bears costs of commitment court proceedings for paupers, while treatment and placement costs are subject to the new Medicaid rate cap

Allows counties where a person in need of treatment is found to charge the person's county of residence for confinement costs, subject to the new medical treatment payment limitations

Effective date of July 1, 2022