H.B. No. 2402 amends Section 32.028(c) of the Human Resources Code regarding the determination of fees, charges, and rates for medical assistance under Medicaid. The bill specifies that the fee, charge, or rate is defined as the usual and customary fee that prevails in the community, unless limited by state or federal law. Additionally, it clarifies that this definition excludes any fees, charges, or rates that are part of a monthly fee-based membership discount program.

The bill also includes a provision that allows state agencies to delay the implementation of any part of the Act if a waiver or authorization from a federal agency is required. This ensures that the necessary approvals are obtained before the new regulations take effect. H.B. No. 2402 is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Human Resources Code 32.028 (Human Resources Code 32)
House Committee Report: Human Resources Code 32.028 (Human Resources Code 32)
Engrossed: Human Resources Code 32.028 (Human Resources Code 32)
Senate Committee Report: Human Resources Code 32.028 (Human Resources Code 32)
Enrolled: Human Resources Code 32.028 (Human Resources Code 32)