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A 1933

Relates to the development and approval of reimbursement rates for managed care providers under medicaid

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Amy Paulin and 2 co-sponsors

Bill A 1933 establishes a fair, transparent process for setting Medicaid reimbursement rates, improving care quality for beneficiaries and impacting managed care providers.

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Bill Summary · A 1933

Summary of Bill A 1933

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: A 1933
  • Title: Relates to the development and approval of reimbursement rates for managed care providers under Medicaid
  • Status: Reported and referred to Ways and Means
  • Introduced: January 14, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill A 1933 aims to establish a structured process for the development and approval of reimbursement rates for managed care providers participating in the Medicaid program. The intent is to ensure that these rates are fair, transparent, and reflective of the actual costs incurred by providers while delivering services to Medicaid beneficiaries.

Key Provisions

  • Reimbursement Rate Development: The bill outlines a framework for how reimbursement rates for managed care providers will be calculated. This includes considerations for various factors such as service delivery costs, patient demographics, and regional economic conditions.

  • Approval Process: It establishes a formal approval process for these rates, which may involve input from stakeholders, including healthcare providers, patient advocacy groups, and state agencies.

  • Transparency Requirements: The bill mandates that the process for setting reimbursement rates be transparent, requiring public reporting of the methodologies used and the rates established.

  • Regular Review: It includes provisions for the regular review and adjustment of reimbursement rates to ensure they remain adequate and responsive to changes in the healthcare landscape.

Impact

  • Managed Care Providers: The bill will directly affect managed care organizations that provide services under Medicaid, as they will need to adapt to the new reimbursement structures and processes.

  • Medicaid Beneficiaries: By potentially improving reimbursement rates, the bill aims to enhance the quality of care received by Medicaid beneficiaries, ensuring that providers are adequately compensated for their services.

  • State Budget: The implementation of this bill may have implications for the state budget, as changes in reimbursement rates could affect overall Medicaid spending.

Legislative Timeline

  • Introduced: January 14, 2025
  • Referred to Health Committee: January 14, 2025
  • Reported and Referred to Ways and Means: February 24, 2025

Related Bills

  • A 7910 (prior-session)
  • A 8877 (prior-session)
  • A 5381 (prior-session)

This summary provides an overview of Bill A 1933, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and potential impacts on managed care providers and Medicaid beneficiaries. The bill is currently under consideration in the legislative process, with further discussions anticipated in the Ways and Means Committee.

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

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