This bill amends the County Option Hospital Fee Program Act to clarify the regulations surrounding the fees imposed on hospitals by participating counties. It removes the previous requirement that these fees be subject to a cap determined by the Commissioner of Human Services, replacing it with a stipulation that the fees must instead undergo review and approval by the commissioner. Additionally, the bill specifies that the fees cannot exceed the aggregate amount outlined in federal regulations, specifically 42 C.F.R. s.433.68(f)(3), minus one percent of total net patient revenues.

The bill maintains the commissioner’s authority to review and approve county option programs annually, ensuring that the process remains regulated. By establishing these parameters, the bill aims to provide clarity and consistency in the implementation of healthcare-related fees while ensuring that local hospitals receive necessary financial support through the Medicaid program.

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Introduced: 30:4D-7