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House approves broad Medicaid technical bill after extended debate on costs and services
Summary
The Mississippi House passed the Medicaid technical package (Senate Bill 22,867) after debate over program costs and which optional services the state is obligated to cover. The bill includes provider payment changes, appeals provisions and a two‑year supplemental payment extension for LeBonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis.
The Mississippi House voted to pass Senate Bill 22,867, a wide-ranging Medicaid technical bill, on a roll call of 105 yeas to 6 nays. The measure, taken up during the general calendar, contains numerous adjustments to reimbursement rates, coverage rules and administrative procedures for the Division of Medicaid.
The bill’s sponsor and supporters said the measure consolidates previously approved provisions and adds targeted changes requested by the Division of Medicaid to secure federal approval. The sponsor described the measure as a "Medicaid tech bill" and told members it does not include Medicaid expansion or new eligibility categories.
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