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TN HB1387

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 71, relative to TennCare.

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Introduced
02/06/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

114th General Assembly

Bill Summary

As introduced, requires, on and after July 1, 2026, a minor who is enrolled in TennCare medicaid or the CoverKids program to remain eligible for such program until the minor reaches 18; prohibits the division of TennCare from subjecting the minor to a redetermination of eligibility or disenrollment, except under certain circumstances; requires the director of TennCare to submit any necessary federal waiver request by December 31, 2025. - Amends TCA Title 71.

AI Summary

This bill aims to modify Tennessee's healthcare coverage for minors by ensuring continuous Medicaid and CoverKids enrollment until age 18. Specifically, starting July 1, 2026, the bill prevents the TennCare division from disenrolling or redetermining eligibility for minors already enrolled in these programs, except under limited circumstances such as voluntary disenrollment by a parent, the minor's death, relocation out of state, family income exceeding program limits, or initial enrollment based on fraud or error. The bill allows TennCare to transfer a minor between the Medicaid and CoverKids programs to maintain coverage, and requires the TennCare director to submit any necessary federal waivers by December 31, 2025. The goal appears to be providing stable healthcare coverage for children by reducing potential coverage gaps that can occur during eligibility reassessments, which can disrupt children's access to medical care and preventive services.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Assigned to s/c Tenncare Subcommittee (on 02/12/2025)
(1 Companion Bills)

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