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NJ S1423
NJ S1423Establishes minimum Medicaid reimbursement rates for certain ambulance transportation services.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
03/14/2024
03/14/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes a minimum Medicaid reimbursement rate of $200 for basic life support emergency ambulance transportation services, an increase of $142 from the State's existing rate of $58 per transport. In doing so, the sponsor aims to ensure that emergency ambulance transportation providers, which deliver integral medical services for those with unplanned urgent and life-threatening health conditions, are given the financial support necessary to serve the community. Currently, New Jersey has the lowest Medicaid reimbursement rate for basic life support emergency ambulance transportation services in the region. Surrounding states' rates range from $65.27 in Delaware to $293.90 in Connecticut. Moreover, pending legislation in Pennsylvania would increase that state's rate to $325 per transport, which would be the highest rate in the region.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a minimum Medicaid reimbursement rate of $200 for basic life support emergency ambulance transportation services, which are essential for individuals experiencing unplanned, urgent, or life-threatening health conditions. This significant increase from the current $58 rate aims to provide ambulance providers with the necessary financial support to continue serving the community, addressing the fact that New Jersey currently has the lowest Medicaid reimbursement rate for these services in its region, with surrounding states having rates that are considerably higher. The bill also directs the Commissioner of Human Services to adopt necessary regulations and seek federal approval to implement these changes and secure federal funding for the Medicaid program.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (11)
Troy Singleton (D)*,
Joe Vitale (D)*,
Kristin Corrado (R),
Vin Gopal (D),
Angela Mcknight (D),
Raj Mukherji (D),
Nellie Pou (D),
Paul Sarlo (D),
Bob Singer (R),
Brian Stack (D),
Latham Tiver (R),
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 03/14/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1423 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1500/1423_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1423_I2.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1423_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement SHH 3/14/24 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1423_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1423_I3.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S1500/1423_I1.HTM |
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