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AB 199

Relating to: reimbursement of emergency services under the Medical Assistance program when a patient is not transported, reporting on changes to the scope of practice of emergency medical responders and emergency medical services practitioners, and eligibility for the expenditure restraint incentive program. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Barbara Dittrich and 22 co-sponsors

Overview: AB 199 relates to reimbursement of emergency services under the Medical Assistance program, reporting on changes to the scope of practice of emergency medical responders

Senator Ratcliff added as a cosponsor
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Bill Summary · AB 199

Overview: AB 199 relates to reimbursement of emergency services under the Medical Assistance program, reporting on changes to the scope of practice of emergency medical responders and emergency medical services practitioners, and eligibility for the expenditure restraint incentive program.

Purpose and Intent: The main goals of this bill are to ensure that emergency medical services are properly reimbursed, even when a patient is not transported, and to improve the tracking and reporting of changes to the scope of practice for emergency medical personnel.

Key Provisions:
- Requires the Medical Assistance program to reimburse emergency services even when a patient is not transported to a medical facility
- Mandates reporting on any changes to the scope of practice for emergency medical responders and emergency medical services practitioners
- Makes emergency medical systems eligible for the expenditure restraint incentive program

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would benefit emergency medical service providers by ensuring they are properly compensated for their services. It would also provide more transparency and oversight regarding the evolving roles and responsibilities of emergency medical personnel.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Senate, where Senator Ratcliff has been added as a cosponsor. It is currently progressing through the legislative process.

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

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