This bill proposes updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding the Arizona Long-Term Care System (ALTCS) by introducing new procedures for handling changes of ownership in licensed skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Specifically, it mandates that when a facility undergoes a change of ownership and is not under suspension, termination, or payment hold, the administration and its program contractors must continue processing claims and making payments for services rendered to ALTCS members under the previous owner's AHCCCS number until the new owner's enrollment and contracting process is finalized. Additionally, the current or new owner is required to provide written notice to the administration at least 60 days prior to the anticipated change of ownership and must respond to provider enrollment requests within ten business days.

The bill also includes several technical amendments, such as clarifying the conditions under which claims are processed and payments are made, and ensuring that the language used in the statutes is consistent. It retains existing provisions regarding the adjudication of claims and the accrual of interest on unpaid claims while updating the terminology and structure of the relevant sections. Overall, these changes aim to streamline the transition process for facilities changing ownership, ensuring continuity of care and payment for ALTCS members.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2943
Senate Engrossed Version: 36-2943
House Engrossed Version: 36-2943
Chaptered Version: 36-2943