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WY HB0063

WY HB0063
Medicaid reimbursement-nursing homes.


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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/11/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Budget Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to medical assistance and services; providing for increased reimbursement for skilled nursing homes under the Wyoming Medical Assistance and Services Act as specified; providing appropriations; specifying applicability; requiring reports; requiring rulemaking; and providing for effective dates.

AI Summary

This bill increases the reimbursement rate for skilled nursing homes under the Wyoming Medical Assistance and Services Act by five percent (5%) for services provided between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2028, with a total appropriation of $4.7 million from the general fund and $4.7 million from federal funds dedicated to this purpose. The Department of Health is required to report to legislative committees by October 31, 2027, on the additional costs and any recommendations for future reimbursement rates, and must also create any necessary rules to implement these changes, with most provisions taking effect on July 1, 2026, and the rule-making and effective date sections becoming law immediately upon the bill's passage.

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Failed Introduction 27-34-1-0-0 (on 02/11/2026)

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