The bill, S.B. No. 1112, amends Section 32.028(c) of the Human Resources Code regarding the determination of fees, charges, and rates for medical assistance under Medicaid. The amendment specifies that the fee, charge, or rate for medical assistance will be based on the usual and customary rates prevailing in the community, but it introduces a new provision that excludes any fees, charges, or rates associated with fee-based membership discount programs from this determination.

Additionally, the bill outlines that if a state agency finds that a waiver or authorization from a federal agency is necessary for implementing any provision of the Act, the agency may delay implementation until such waiver or authorization is granted. The Act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Human Resources Code 32.028 (Human Resources Code 32)