DLS flags shortfalls, recommends cuts and reporting changes in Behavioral Health Administration budget
The Department of Legislative Services presented an analysis of the Behavioral Health Administration budget showing overall growth driven by Medicaid provider reimbursements but recommending several reductions and annual reporting requirements; the Maryland Department of Health responded with clarifications and partial disagreements.
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The Department of Legislative Services (DLS) told the Health and Social Services Subcommittee on Appropriations that the fiscal 2026 allowance for the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) increases overall but contains specific areas DLS recommends reducing or clarifying.
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