MT HB574

Department of Public Health and Human Services must establish a certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC) program by October 1, 2026, meeting federal requirements under Public Law 113-93

CCBHCs must directly provide targeted case management, peer and family caregiver services, and outreach/education, including partnerships with hospitals and law enforcement for behavioral health response

Clinics must provide clinical services within 1 business day for urgent cases and complete comprehensive diagnostic evaluations within 30 calendar days of a patient's first service request

Department must provide quarterly updates to legislative interim committees on implementation status, patient outcomes, cost savings, and reductions in Medicaid service use by high utilizers

Reimbursement rates must be rebased at least every 2 years, clinics must use income-based sliding fee scales, and an incentive program will provide additional funding to clinics demonstrating exceptional quality outcomes