The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 62Q.47, to enhance reimbursement rate parity for clinical trainees providing alcoholism, mental health, and chemical dependency services. Specifically, it mandates that health plans reimburse these services delivered by clinical trainees at a rate equal to 100% of what would be paid to independently licensed mental health professionals for the same services. This requirement is contingent upon the services being within the clinical trainee's scope of practice. Additionally, the bill outlines that this provision will not apply if the service falls outside the trainee's designated scope.

Furthermore, the bill includes an effective date of January 1, 2027, for health plans that are offered, issued, sold, or renewed on or after that date. This legislative change aims to ensure that clinical trainees are compensated fairly, thereby promoting access to mental health services and supporting the workforce in the behavioral health sector.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 62Q.47