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HF 97

Coverage of chiropractic services modified in the medical assistance and MinnesotaCare programs.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Baker and 12 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill modifies state Medicaid and MinnesotaCare coverage of chiropractic services, affecting low-income patient access and provider reimbursement.

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Bill Summary · HF 97

Legislative bill overview

HF 97 modifies coverage requirements for chiropractic services under Minnesota's Medical Assistance (Medicaid) and MinnesotaCare programs. The bill adjusts what chiropractic treatments state-funded health programs must pay for, potentially affecting eligibility, covered services, or reimbursement rates for chiropractors serving low-income Minnesotans.

Why is this important

Approximately 300,000+ Minnesotans rely on Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare for healthcare coverage. Changes to chiropractic coverage directly affect patient access to these services and determine whether providers receive state payment for treatment. This also impacts state healthcare budgets and chiropractor business viability in serving underinsured populations.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of coverage debate: Disagreement over whether chiropractic care should be a covered benefit or considered complementary medicine, with concerns about medical necessity and evidence-based practice standards
  • Cost implications: Questions about whether modifications increase or decrease state spending on these programs and whether savings justify potential service restrictions for patients
  • Provider economic impact: Chiropractors may oppose coverage reductions while budget advocates may support them; rural areas with limited healthcare alternatives face different considerations than urban areas with more options

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

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