Bill > HB3980

This bill proposes to provide hospice coverage for Medicaid members in Oklahoma. It defines "hospice care" as a comprehensive, holistic program of palliative and/or comfort care and support provided to the member and their family when a physician certifies that the member has a terminal illness and a life expectancy of six months or less. The bill requires that hospice services be related to palliation, symptom control, or maintaining daily activities and functional skills, and be provided under the direction of a physician. It mandates that coverage for hospice services be provided to all Medicaid eligible members who meet the eligibility criteria of having a terminal prognosis of six months or less, as supported by clinical documentation. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2024.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3980&Session=2400