This bill amends the Medical Assistance Act in Nebraska to require the Department of Health and Human Services to submit a state plan amendment for postpartum coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Specifically, it mandates that the department seek federal approval for postpartum coverage extending to at least six months for mothers whose children are covered under the unborn child option, with the possibility of extending this coverage to twelve months. The bill also stipulates that the Medicaid Managed Care Excess Profit Fund will be utilized to fund these services, along with other health needs for adults and children under the Medical Assistance Act.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for various health services, such as coverage for continuous glucose monitors, electric personal-use breast pumps, lactation consultation visits, and translation and interpretation services for eligible recipients. The Medicaid Managed Care Excess Profit Fund is designated to support these initiatives, ensuring that funds are allocated to fill service gaps and improve health care access. The original sections of the law being amended are repealed, streamlining the legislative framework for these health services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 68-911, 68-996