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OR SB607
OR SB607Relating to behavioral health services provided by federally qualified health centers.
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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act tells OHA to study how to increase the rates at which FQHCs are reimbursed for mental health services. (Flesch Readability Score: 72.3). Directs the Oregon Health Authority to study alternative payment methodologies to improve access to behavioral health care in federally qualified health centers in this state. Requires the au- thority to report to the Legislative Assembly no later than September 30, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to conduct a comprehensive study on alternative payment methodologies to enhance access to behavioral health services in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across Oregon. Specifically, the OHA will be required to identify strategies for increasing reimbursement rates for behavioral health services provided to medical assistance recipients, with the goal of ensuring these rates are at least comparable to those paid by coordinated care organizations. The bill defines key terms like "coordinated care organization" and "medical assistance" using existing state law definitions. The authority must submit a report to the legislative interim committees related to health by September 30, 2026, which may include recommendations for future legislation. The study and reporting requirements will automatically expire on January 2, 2027, making this a time-limited initiative designed to explore ways to improve mental health service access and compensation in community health centers.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB607 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB607 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84801 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB607/Introduced |
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