County committee hears state legislative and policy developments tied to 23‑hour crisis centers and 988 integration

Oct 21, 2025

A committee member summarized 2025 legislative context and HCA rulemaking on 23‑hour crisis centers, including proposed Medicaid reimbursement categories, a pilot for reimbursement testing in Whatcom and other counties, and linkages with 988 and mobile crisis teams.

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At the Oct. 21 meeting Brian (committee participant) summarized 2025 legislative activity and state Health Care Authority (HCA) rulemaking affecting 23‑hour crisis centers, crisis reimbursement and integration with 988 and mobile crisis services.

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