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HB 5775

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Justine Caldwell and 5 co-sponsors

Summary of HB 5775: An Act Relating to Medical Assistance OverviewHB 5775 is a bill introduced in the state legislature that aims to expand eligibility and coverage for the state's

04/30/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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Bill Summary · HB 5775

Summary of HB 5775: An Act Relating to Medical Assistance

Overview

HB 5775 is a bill introduced in the state legislature that aims to expand eligibility and coverage for the state's medical assistance program. The bill was introduced on January 21, 2025 and is currently being held by a committee for further study.

Key Provisions

The main provisions of HB 5775 include:

  1. Expanding Medicaid Eligibility: The bill would raise the income eligibility threshold for the state's Medicaid program from 138% of the federal poverty level to 200%. This would allow more low-income residents to qualify for comprehensive medical coverage through Medicaid.

  2. Enhancing Mental Health and Substance Abuse Benefits: HB 5775 mandates that the state's Medicaid program provide enhanced coverage for mental health treatment and substance abuse services. This includes increasing the number of covered therapy sessions and expanding access to medication-assisted treatment programs.

  3. Increasing Reimbursement Rates: The legislation would require the state to increase reimbursement rates paid to healthcare providers who treat Medicaid patients. The goal is to incentivize more doctors and hospitals to accept Medicaid and improve access to care for beneficiaries.

  4. Extending Postpartum Coverage: Under the bill, the state would extend Medicaid coverage for new mothers from 60 days to 12 months postpartum. This is intended to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

Potential Impact

If enacted, HB 5775 could have several significant impacts:

  • An estimated 100,000 additional residents would gain access to affordable healthcare coverage through the state's Medicaid program.
  • Improved access to mental health and substance abuse treatment services could help address the state's ongoing opioid crisis.
  • Higher provider reimbursement rates may encourage more doctors to accept Medicaid patients, reducing wait times and increasing care options.
  • Extending postpartum Medicaid coverage could reduce pregnancy-related complications and improve long-term health for new mothers and their infants.

However, the bill's financial implications are still being evaluated by the committee, and its ultimate passage remains uncertain at this time.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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