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HB 1401
HB 1401 aimed to include assisted living services in Arkansas Medicaid, enhancing care access for beneficiaries needing daily living support, but it died in committee.
House Bill 1401 aimed to amend the Arkansas Medicaid Provider-Led Organized Care Act by including assisted living facility services as part of the services covered under the Medicaid provider-led organized care system. The intent was to enhance the range of services available to Medicaid beneficiaries, particularly those requiring assistance with daily living activities.
The bill proposed the following changes to the Arkansas Code § 20-77-2705(b):
Inclusion of Assisted Living Services: The bill sought to remove assisted living facility services from the list of excluded services within the Medicaid provider-led organized care system. This would allow Medicaid beneficiaries access to assisted living services under the organized care framework.
Amendment of Excluded Services List: The existing list of services excluded from the Medicaid provider-led organized care system included:
If passed, HB 1401 would have expanded the services available to Medicaid beneficiaries, particularly benefiting individuals who require assisted living support. This change could have improved access to necessary care for vulnerable populations, potentially enhancing their quality of life.
House Bill 1401 represented an effort to broaden Medicaid coverage in Arkansas by including assisted living services, addressing a critical need for many beneficiaries. However, the bill ultimately did not advance beyond the committee stage.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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