This bill proposes amendments to sections 36-2907, 36-2939, and 36-2981 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, primarily to include provisions for traditional healing services. The current law regarding inpatient hospital services remains unchanged, but the bill introduces new language that allows for traditional healing services to be provided under specific conditions, including eligibility through the Indian Health Service or a tribal facility. Additionally, definitions for "Ambulance" and "Tribal Facility" are clarified, with the latter being expanded to include tribal organizations.

Furthermore, the bill appropriates $1,300,000 from the state general fund and additional funds from expenditure authority for the fiscal year 2025-2026 to support these traditional healing services. This funding is specifically allocated to the Arizona health care cost containment system administration, reflecting a commitment to integrating traditional healing practices into the state's healthcare offerings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2907, 36-2939, 36-2981, 89-97, 36-2901, 36-2931, 36-2908, 36-2901.08, 36-2901.09, 36-2201, 36-2938, 36-551, 36-591, 36-401, 36-2934, 32-1645, 36-562