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OH HB587

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/9/2018

Primary Sponsor

Marlene Anielski

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd General Assembly (2017-2018)

AI Summary

  • Enacts section 5164.061 of the Ohio Revised Code to mandate Medicaid coverage of white canes for blind or visually impaired recipients
  • Classifies white canes as durable medical equipment under Ohio's Medicaid program
  • Applies to all Medicaid recipients who are blind or visually impaired
  • Introduced in the 132nd General Assembly (2017-2018) by Representatives Anielski and Kick with 12 cosponsors

Legislative Description

Require Medicaid to cover white canes for visually impaired

Health and Human Services : Medicaid

Last Action

Refer to Committee: Health

5/15/2018

Committee Referrals

Health5/15/2018

Full Bill Text

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