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This bill establishes a Public Option Buy-In Program in Georgia to provide healthcare coverage for individuals who are not eligible for Medicaid or health insurance exchanges. The program would offer healthcare coverage at a cost equal to the state's per capita Medicaid payment, with benefits and coverage standards matching those of Medicaid care management organizations. Eligible persons include individuals who cannot obtain coverage through Medicaid or exchanges, or those who would be ineligible if federal healthcare subsidies are not funded. When soliciting care management organizations for Medicaid services, the Department of Community Health must require bidders to also bid on the Public Option Buy-In Program, with a priority on organizations that can align provider networks between Medicaid and the new program. The department is authorized to submit necessary state plan amendments or waiver requests to the federal Department of Health and Human Services and to create rules and regulations to implement the program. The bill aims to expand healthcare access for residents who currently fall through gaps in existing health insurance coverage options.

Health and Social Services

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71668