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 providers.

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 radiological services are adequately compensated, which may lead to better healthcare outcomes for Medicaid recipients who rely on these essential services.