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Committee debates language giving Medicaid rate-adjustment authority to department; staff seek clarity on legislative oversight
Summary
Conferees debated proposed HB1012 language that would authorize the Department of Health and Human Services to review Medicaid utilization and, as necessary, implement adjustments to control costs amid federal uncertainty.
The conference committee discussed proposed language in HB1012 (section 31) that would state legislative intent for the Department of Health and Human Services to review Medicaid utilization and, if needed, implement adjustments to keep the program cost effective.
Sarah Acre, executive director of the Division of Medical Assistance, told the committee the department seeks authority to manage Medicaid efficiently in the face of federal uncertainty and utilization changes. “I think in terms of what we're hearing from, DC these days, there's still a lot of uncertainty... I…
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