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MN HF1535
Enhanced asthma care services benefit for medical assistance established, and medical assistance coverage of asthma trigger reduction products provided.
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Introduced
02/21/2019
02/21/2019
In Committee
03/18/2019
03/18/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/17/2020
05/17/2020
Introduced Session
91st Legislature 2019-2020
Bill Summary
Enhanced asthma care services benefit for medical assistance established, and medical assistance coverage of asthma trigger reduction products provided.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an enhanced asthma care services benefit for Medical Assistance (Medicaid) recipients in Minnesota. It provides coverage for certain allergen-reducing products, such as mattress encasements and air purifiers, that are identified as needed by a healthcare provider to help manage a child's poorly controlled asthma. The bill also allows for home visits by registered environmental health specialists or lead risk assessors to assess asthma triggers and provide education on these products. The provisions of the bill are set to take effect on January 1, 2020, or upon federal approval of the changes, whichever is later.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Division action, to adopt as amended and return to Ways and Means (on 03/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1535&ssn=0&y=2019 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF1535&version=0&session=ls91&session_year=2019&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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