This bill aims to expand the list of medications that are exempt from counting towards the prescription benefit cap within the Arkansas Medicaid Program. Specifically, it amends Arkansas Code 20-77-406(c) to include additional categories of medications that will not be subject to this cap for adult Medicaid beneficiaries. The new additions include anti-seizure medications for the treatment or prevention of seizures and psychotropic medications for mental health conditions.

The bill also removes the previous provision that allowed for the inclusion of inhalers to treat respiratory illness, thereby streamlining the list of exempt medications. Overall, this legislative change seeks to enhance access to essential medications for individuals with specific health conditions, ensuring that they receive necessary treatments without the burden of prescription limits.

Statutes affected:
HB 1126: 20-77-406(c)