House Resolution No. by Representative Lyons urges the Louisiana Department of Health to implement reforms in the nonemergency, non-ambulance medical transportation (NEMT) component of the state's Medicaid managed care program. NEMT is essential for Medicaid enrollees to access necessary healthcare services, including primary care and pharmacy services. However, there are concerns regarding enrollees with specialized medical needs who live outside designated NEMT service regions, as they often struggle to access the treatments they require. The resolution emphasizes the need for reforms to enhance service delivery and improve overall access to care for these individuals.

The resolution requests that the Louisiana Department of Health authorize NEMT providers to serve Medicaid enrollees statewide, regardless of their residential region. Additionally, it calls for the Department to submit a report containing an updated list of active NEMT providers and to disregard any existing directives that limit out-of-region NEMT services when local providers are unavailable. The resolution aims to maximize access to care for Medicaid enrollees and ensure that they receive the necessary transportation services to maintain their health.