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MS HB1418

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Clay Mansell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires Mississippi Division of Medicaid to reimburse for vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) surgical implant procedures performed in hospitals on an outpatient basis and in ambulatory surgical facilities
  • Sets reimbursement rate for VNS procedures at 100% of the Medicare rate established under the Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) system
  • Mandates that contracts between the Division of Medicaid and managed care organizations entered into or renewed after the effective date must include requirements for compliance with VNS reimbursement rates for fee-for-service providers
  • Amends Section 43-13-117 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to incorporate these VNS coverage provisions into the state Medicaid program

Legislative Description

Medicaid; provide for reimbursement for vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) surgical implant procedures.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Medicaid1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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