The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 256B.0625, subdivision 4, to establish coverage for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannulation as an outpatient service under medical assistance. The new legal language specifies that outpatient services covered include ECMO cannulation performed either in a hospital setting or in a self-contained mobile ECMO unit. This addition aims to enhance access to critical medical services for patients requiring ECMO treatment.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the structure of outpatient and physician-directed clinic services, emphasizing that these services must be provided under the direct supervision of at least two physicians. The amendment ensures that hospital outpatient departments adhere to the same limitations and reimbursement policies as other enrolled vendors, with specific exceptions for emergency services and initial triage. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the delivery of essential healthcare services while maintaining regulatory standards for outpatient care.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256B.0625