Bill > LD1989

This bill modifies existing law regarding the Progressive Treatment Program Fund by expanding reimbursement opportunities for mental health care providers. Currently, private entities could only be reimbursed up to $800 for initiating a progressive treatment program, but this bill allows mental health care providers to request reimbursement for both initiating and renewing progressive treatment programs. The reimbursement will be subject to available funds in the department, and providers must submit an itemized bill of their legal costs to the Department of Health and Human Services. The change broadens the scope of who can seek reimbursement (from just private entities to mental health care providers) and what those reimbursements can cover (both initiation and renewal of programs), potentially making it easier for mental health providers to pursue progressive treatment programs by offsetting their legal costs.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1989&snum=132