Bill > S08599

This bill requires the state Medicaid director to establish a program that allows family members of medically fragile Medicaid enrollees under 21 years old to become "complex care assistants" after completing training and passing an examination. These certified family members can then provide private duty nursing services to the enrollees under increased reimbursement rates set by the state. The bill also requires the state to apply for any necessary Medicaid plan amendments or waivers to implement the program and secure federal funding.