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TX SB74

TX SB74
Relating to the use of community health workers in Medicaid managed care.


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Introduced
11/14/2022
In Committee
02/15/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the use of community health workers in Medicaid managed care.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Texas Government Code to allow Medicaid managed care organizations in the STAR Medicaid managed care program to categorize services provided by community health workers as quality improvement costs instead of administrative expenses. Community health workers are defined in the Health and Safety Code. The bill also includes a provision allowing state agencies to delay implementation of any part of the bill if they determine a federal waiver or authorization is necessary.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Co-author authorized (on 03/14/2023)

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