The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 171, aims to amend title 17b of the general statutes by requiring the Commissioner of Social Services to increase Medicaid payment rates specifically for radiological services. This legislative change is intended to enhance reimbursement rates for these services under the Medicaid program, thereby improving access and financial support for healthcare providers offering radiological care.

The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language that mandates the increase in payment rates. The overarching goal of this bill is to ensure that Medicaid reimbursement aligns more closely with the costs associated with providing radiological services, ultimately benefiting both providers and patients who rely on these essential medical services.