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MS SB2664
Bill
AI Summary
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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
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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
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Division must seek any necessary federal waivers, amend the State Plan, or revise managed care contracts as needed to implement birthing center coverage
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Effective date of July 1, 2022
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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