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OH SB206
Bill
Status
3/20/2014
Primary Sponsor
Ron Amstutz
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AI Summary
SB 206 Summary
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Creates the Joint Medicaid Oversight Committee (JMOC) with five members from each chamber of the General Assembly to oversee the Medicaid program, review reforms, and recommend policy improvements on a continuing basis.
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Requires the Medicaid Director to implement reforms that limit per-recipient per-month cost growth to not exceed the average medical inflation rate or a rate determined by JMOC, achieved through improved health outcomes, value-based payment rates, and integration of physical health, behavioral health, and long-term care services.
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Mandates the Office of Health Transformation to adopt strategies prioritizing employment as a goal for individuals in government public benefit programs and identify which programs qualify as "government programs providing public benefits."
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Permits county commissioners to establish county Healthier Buckeye councils to promote reduced reliance on public assistance programs, coordinate care services, and collect data on individuals receiving services.
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Appropriates $350,000 for fiscal year 2014 and $500,000 for fiscal year 2015 to support JMOC operating expenses.
Legislative Description
; to amend Section 323.90 of Am. Sub. H.B. 59 of the 130th General Assembly; to require implementation of certain Medicaid revisions, reform systems, and program oversight; to provide for government programs that provide public benefits to prioritize employment goals; to permit a board of county commissioners to establish a county Healthier Buckeye council; and to make an appropriation.
Implement Medicaid revisions/reform systems/program oversight
Last Action
Effective Date
3/20/2014