Bill > SB226

This bill extends the Complementary and Integrative Health Program, which provides alternative medical treatments for individuals with specific disabilities. The program, previously known as the Spinal Cord Injury Waiver Pilot Program, will now cover people with conditions including spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy. The bill expands the program's scope to allow eligible individuals to receive complementary health services like chiropractic care, massage therapy, and acupuncture, with the goals of improving quality of life, potentially reducing medical expenses, and helping participants maintain employment. The program's repeal date is extended from September 1, 2025, to September 1, 2030, and the state will continue to seek federal waivers and funding to support the program. The bill also includes appropriations totaling approximately $1.28 million for the 2025-26 fiscal year, covering personal services, operating expenses, and medical services for eligible Medicaid individuals. The program aims to provide more self-directed care options and potential cost savings for the state while supporting individuals with disabilities.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-226