Senate Bill No. 242, introduced by Senator McMath, amends and reenacts specific provisions of the Louisiana Revised Statutes concerning home health licensure by the Louisiana Department of Health. The bill updates the definition of "home health aide services" to specify that it includes semi-skilled assistance with activities of daily living, monitoring of vital signs, and requires reporting to a healthcare professional under a written plan of care, along with a clinical note for each patient visit.

Additionally, the bill modifies the licensing requirements for home health agencies, particularly in the disclosure of financial or familial relationships with other entities providing healthcare services in the state. The term "health care" is replaced with "healthcare" for consistency. These changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2026, and aim to clarify and enhance the regulatory framework for home health services in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
SB242 Original: 40:31(B)(5), 40:32(C)(6)