The bill amends section 109 of the 1939 PA 280, which outlines the medical services eligible individuals can receive under the state's assistance program. It specifies various types of medical services, including hospital services, physician services, nursing home services, pharmaceutical services, psychiatric care, and treatment for substance use disorders. Notably, the bill includes provisions for necessary hospitalization for dental care, mental health treatment, and medically necessary detoxification for opioid use disorder. It also establishes guidelines for reimbursement rates for county-owned facilities and mandates that the department must notify the public and obtain legislative approval for any significant changes in reimbursement methods.

Additionally, the bill introduces specific criteria for determining county maintenance of effort rates based on updated variable costs and sets limitations on how much these rates can increase annually. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to federal regulations and state plans for medical assistance in determining reimbursement rates. The act is designed to ensure that eligible individuals receive comprehensive medical care while maintaining fiscal responsibility within the state's assistance programs.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 400.109
As Passed by the House: 400.109
House Concurred Bill: 400.109
Public Act: 400.109
House Enrolled Bill: 400.109