The bill mandates that the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services require all Medicaid managed care organizations to cover the costs associated with power standing device equipment on power wheelchairs for Medicaid recipients who have a permanent physical disability. This coverage is contingent upon the request of the recipient and is deemed reasonable and medically necessary for their independence, function, health, and well-being. The bill also provides a definition for power standing device equipment, specifying it as a feature integrated into a wheelchair that allows the user to stand without transferring from the wheelchair.

This legislation aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with permanent physical disabilities by ensuring they have access to necessary mobility aids that promote independence. By formalizing this requirement, the bill seeks to improve Medicaid recipients' overall health outcomes and functional capabilities through the provision of essential equipment.