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LC 1371
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1371, Title: Revise the Montana medicaid program laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 14, 2024Purpose and Intent: The primary go
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1371, Title: Revise the Montana medicaid program laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 14, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to make several revisions and updates to Montana's Medicaid program, with the aim of improving access to healthcare services, increasing program efficiency, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the state's Medicaid system.
Key Provisions:
- Expand Medicaid eligibility to cover more low-income adults, including those without dependent children
- Increase reimbursement rates for healthcare providers participating in Medicaid to encourage greater provider participation
- Implement new care coordination and disease management programs to improve health outcomes and reduce costs
- Authorize the use of telemedicine and other digital healthcare technologies to expand access, especially in rural areas
- Establish a Medicaid Buy-In program to allow higher-income individuals to purchase Medicaid coverage
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Low-income Montana residents who would gain access to Medicaid coverage
- Healthcare providers, including hospitals, clinics, and physicians, who would see increased Medicaid patient volumes and reimbursement
- State and local governments responsible for administering and funding the Medicaid program
- Residents in rural and underserved areas who would benefit from improved access to healthcare services
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: This bill is currently in the draft stage and has not yet been formally introduced in the legislature. If introduced, it would need to go through the standard legislative process, including committee hearings and votes in both the House and Senate, before potentially being signed into law by the governor.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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