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MS SB2664

Bill

Status

Failed

3/1/2022

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Blackwell

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Division of Medicaid required to reimburse licensed birthing centers for services provided to eligible Medicaid beneficiaries, with reimbursement methods determined by the division in accordance with federal laws and regulations

  • Birthing centers defined as publicly or privately owned facilities where nonemergency births are planned to occur away from the mother's residence, following documented prenatal care for low-risk, uncomplicated pregnancies

  • Division must seek any necessary federal waivers, amend the State Plan, or revise managed care contracts as needed to implement birthing center coverage

  • Effective date of July 1, 2022

  • Section 43-13-117 set to repeal on July 1, 2024

Legislative Description

Medicaid services; require Medicaid to reimburse licensed birthing centers and to seek necessary waivers.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/1/2022

Committee Referrals

Medicaid2/10/2022
Medicaid1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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