Bill > HB789

This bill amends Kentucky's laws regarding advisory oversight of the Medicaid program by renaming the Advisory Council for Medical Assistance to the Medicaid Advisory Committee, expanding its membership to 35 members from various healthcare and advocacy organizations, and establishing a new Beneficiary Advisory Council. The bill requires these committees to advise the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and Department for Medicaid Services on Medicaid policy development and administration, in compliance with federal regulations. The Medicaid Advisory Committee will now include representatives from numerous healthcare associations, managed care organizations, and consumer advocacy groups, with members serving four-year terms and being prohibited from serving consecutive terms. The new Beneficiary Advisory Council will consist of 19 members, including current and former Medicaid beneficiaries, parents of beneficiaries, and caregivers, who will meet separately from the Medicaid Advisory Committee and provide input on program policies. The bill also establishes term lengths, membership criteria, and reimbursement guidelines for committee members, and provides flexibility for members to control their public visibility. These changes aim to improve oversight, representation, and responsiveness in Kentucky's Medicaid program by ensuring diverse perspectives are included in policy discussions.

Health and Social Services

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb789.html