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CT HB06935

CT HB06935
An Act Concerning Children's Hospital Medicaid Rate Parity.


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Introduced
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/04/2025

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To require Medicaid reimbursement rate parity between the Connecticut Children's Medical Center and hospitals that primarily serve adults.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Connecticut Commissioner of Social Services to adjust Medicaid reimbursement rates for the Connecticut Children's Medical Center by October 1, 2025, ensuring that the pediatric hospital receives the same payment rates for medical services as adult-focused hospitals. Currently, children's hospitals often receive lower Medicaid reimbursement rates compared to adult hospitals, which can create financial challenges for pediatric healthcare providers. The bill aims to address this disparity by mandating rate parity, meaning the Children's Medical Center will be compensated at the same level as other hospitals for identical medical services. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving the state time to implement the new reimbursement structure in its Medicaid state plan. By equalizing these rates, the legislation seeks to support children's healthcare infrastructure and ensure that pediatric medical facilities are fairly compensated for the care they provide.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Human Services Committee (J)

Last Action

Human Services Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/20/2025 ) (on 02/20/2025)

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