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Committee approves bill to let Medicaid reimburse depression screening for pregnant women
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE · April 5, 2023
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Summary
Senator Missy Irvin ran HB 10‑11 to allow Arkansas Medicaid to reimburse depression screening for pregnant women; DHS staff said Medicaid may already cover such screening inconsistently, and the committee voted to pass the bill to ensure reimbursement and coding.
The Senate Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee approved House Bill 10‑11, which would permit Arkansas Medicaid to reimburse depression screening for pregnant women and authorize waiver applications for coverage where required.
Senator Missy Irvin, presenting for Representative Pilkington, said the…
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