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This bill establishes the All Maine Health Act, which creates a comprehensive, state-wide public health care system called the All Maine Health Plan. The plan would provide universal health care coverage to all residents of Maine, including comprehensive benefits ranging from preventive care and emergency services to mental health treatment, prescription drugs, and specialized care. The system would be overseen by a 20-member All Maine Health Board appointed by the Governor, with members representing patients, healthcare providers, employers, and various medical specialties. The plan's funding would come from a combination of premiums based on income, a business health tax, and federal funds. Key provisions include guaranteed coverage for all state residents, no required prior authorizations or referrals, and a commitment to covering a wide array of medical services. Before full implementation, the bill requires a fiscal analysis approved by the Legislature and a federal waiver from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The bill also includes provisions for establishing an All Maine Health Fund, setting provider payment rates, protecting patient rights, and creating support programs for potentially displaced workers in the healthcare industry. Importantly, the plan cannot be fully implemented until specific fiscal and federal approval conditions are met.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1883&snum=132