Bill > SB1036

This bill amends the Social Welfare Act to exempt certain prescription drugs from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' Medicaid prior authorization process. The exemptions include drugs used to treat central nervous system conditions, certain mental health conditions, HIV/AIDS, cancer, organ replacement therapy, and epilepsy. The bill also applies these exemptions to drugs provided under a contract between the Department and a health maintenance organization. The bill defines key terms like "controlled substance," "cross-indicated," and "prior authorization." The bill takes effect 90 days after being enacted into law.