The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 209, aims to amend title 17b of the general statutes to enhance Medicaid reimbursement rates for nephrology services. Specifically, the bill mandates the Commissioner of Social Services to adjust the Medicaid state plan to ensure that reimbursement rates for nephrology services are set at no less than eighty percent of the corresponding Medicare rates. This change is intended to improve the financial viability of nephrology services under Medicaid.

Additionally, the bill requires the Commissioner to file a report assessing the effects of these increased reimbursement rates on provider participation in the Medicaid program, access to care for patients, and the overall impact on the state budget. This initiative reflects a commitment to improving healthcare access and quality for individuals requiring nephrology services while also monitoring the financial implications of such changes.