The bill amends the Social Welfare Act of 1939, specifically section 109, to update the medical services eligible individuals can receive. Key changes include the requirement that the period of inpatient hospital service must be the minimum necessary for proper care, and the term "physicians" is changed to "physician" to reflect singular usage. Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions for perinatal and gynecological services, contingent upon the department applying for amendments to the state's Medicaid state plan and receiving necessary federal approvals. These services must be provided by licensed professionals and include monitoring for compliance and reimbursement practices that promote high-quality care.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the reimbursement structure for county-owned nursing home facilities, detailing how maintenance of effort rates will be calculated based on variable costs and ensuring that these rates do not fall below certain thresholds. It also mandates that any proposed changes to the statewide reimbursement methods that would significantly affect payments must be communicated to the public and approved by legislative appropriations committees. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the quality and accessibility of medical services for eligible individuals while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (S-1): 400.109
Senate Introduced Bill: 400.109
As Passed by the Senate: 400.109