The bill amends section 409.904 of the Florida Statutes to enhance Medicaid enrollment for individuals who are permanently disabled. It establishes that certain Medicaid-eligible persons receiving specific Medicaid-covered services, such as institutional care, hospice, or home and community-based services, will be presumed eligible for continued Medicaid coverage during redetermination processes. The Agency for Health Care Administration is mandated to continue payments for these services unless there is conclusive evidence of a change in the individual's disability or economic status that would affect their eligibility.

Additionally, the bill requires the agency to seek modifications to federal authorization to create lifetime benefits for permanently disabled individuals receiving the specified services. This legislative change aims to provide greater stability and assurance of coverage for those who are permanently disabled, ensuring they do not lose access to essential medical services during the redetermination process. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1227 Filed: 409.902
H 1227 c1: 409.904