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SB 576

TennCare - As enacted, revises present law relative to the annual coverage assessment. - Amends TCA Title 71, Chapter 5.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ferrell Haile

SB 576 revises TennCare's annual provider coverage assessment structure, affecting healthcare facility finances and potentially influencing Medicaid service availability.

Pub. Ch. 252
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Bill Summary · SB 576

Legislative bill overview

SB 576 modifies Tennessee's TennCare (Medicaid) program by revising the annual coverage assessment that healthcare providers and facilities must pay. The bill amends Title 71, Chapter 5 of the Tennessee Code to adjust how this assessment is calculated or administered, though specific changes are not detailed in the available action summary.

Why is this important

TennCare assessments directly affect healthcare provider finances and operational costs, which can influence service availability and quality for Tennessee's Medicaid beneficiaries. Changes to assessment structures may impact hospital budgets, insurance premiums, and ultimately patient access to care across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Provider financial burden: Any increase in assessments raises costs for hospitals and facilities, potentially passed to consumers or reducing services
  • Equity concerns: Different provider types may be affected differently, creating questions about fairness in burden-sharing
  • Administrative clarity: Without seeing the specific revision language, there's uncertainty about whether the change simplifies or complicates compliance for healthcare entities

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

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