Bill
HB 6308
Overview: HB 6308, "AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE -- EARLY AND PERIODIC SCREENING, DIAGNOSTIC AND TREATMENT", was recommended by the committee to be held
Overview: HB 6308, "AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE -- EARLY AND PERIODIC SCREENING, DIAGNOSTIC AND TREATMENT", was recommended by the committee to be held for further study on June 3, 2025. It was introduced on January 23, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to expand and enhance the state's Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) program, which provides comprehensive and preventive healthcare services for children and adolescents enrolled in Medicaid.
Key Provisions:
- Mandates that the state Medicaid program cover a broader range of EPSDT services, including mental health screenings, developmental assessments, and specialized therapies
- Requires healthcare providers to conduct comprehensive, periodic screenings for all Medicaid-eligible children and youth, and refer them for any necessary diagnostic or treatment services
- Establishes new reimbursement rates and billing codes to incentivize healthcare providers to participate in the expanded EPSDT program
- Directs the state Medicaid agency to conduct outreach and education to increase awareness and utilization of EPSDT services among eligible families
Affected Parties and Impacts: This legislation primarily affects children and adolescents enrolled in the state's Medicaid program, as well as the healthcare providers who serve them. The expanded EPSDT services are intended to improve access to preventive care and early intervention, potentially leading to better health outcomes for low-income youth.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HB 6308 has been recommended by the committee to be held for further study, indicating that additional review and deliberation are needed before the bill can advance. The committee may make amendments or request more information before deciding whether to move the legislation forward.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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