The bill amends Section 40-26B-21 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to extend the privilege assessment for nursing homes, including the supplemental privilege assessment and the secondary supplemental privilege assessment, through August 31, 2028. The annual privilege assessment for each nursing facility is set at $1,899.96 per bed, with an additional increase of $327.48 starting September 1, 2020. The bill also stipulates that the Medicaid Nursing Facility program will be administered by the Alabama Medicaid Agency during the period the privilege assessment is collected.

Key changes include the extension of the supplemental privilege assessment from August 31, 2025, to August 31, 2028, and the adjustment of the secondary supplemental privilege assessment to remain in effect until the same date. The monthly surcharge associated with the supplemental privilege assessment is also specified, with initial and subsequent rates outlined. The bill ensures that all privilege assessments are considered allowable costs under Medicaid reimbursement methodologies, and it mandates that the Medicaid Agency adjust per diem rates accordingly. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40-26B-21
Enrolled: 40-26B-21