Bill > HB857

This bill amends the Human Services Code to update reimbursement rates for emergency transportation services under Medical Assistance programs. Starting January 1, 2024, the bill mandates that emergency ground transportation reimbursements will be the higher of either the highest Medicare rates published in the 2023 Ambulance Fee Schedule or the current Medicaid Ambulance Fees as specified in Medical Assistance Bulletin 26-22-07. Additionally, beginning July 1, 2025, the bill extends similar reimbursement provisions to emergency services where patients did not require or refused transport, setting rates at the greater of the highest Medicare rates from the 2025 Ambulance Fee Schedule or the Medicaid Ambulance Fees updated by Medical Assistance Bulletin 26-24-01. These changes are contingent on federal approval and financial participation, and will apply to Medical Assistance - Fee-for-Service, Medical Assistance - Capitation, and Medical Assistance - Community HealthChoices appropriations. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Health and Social Services

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