Bill > SF529

This bill requires nursing facilities to include a specific type of signed statement (an affidavit) in their annual cost reports submitted to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. The affidavit must be signed by the nursing facility's owner or chief executive officer and must include two key declarations: first, that all costs reported in the annual cost report are accurate, and second, that to the best of the signer's knowledge, all Medicaid claims have been submitted in good faith. By mandating this affidavit, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in how nursing facilities report their financial information and Medicaid claims, potentially helping to prevent inaccurate or fraudulent reporting. The bill adds this requirement as a new section to the existing state code governing medical assistance (Chapter 249A), which suggests it is part of broader efforts to ensure proper financial management and reporting in healthcare facilities receiving Medicaid funds.

Health and Social Services

https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF529