HB 1628

Bill Subjects

Children And Minors, Child Care Programs Health, Health Care Costs; Health Insurance Health, Health Care Professionals Health, Local Boards And Programs Hospitals And Medical Facilities Nurses And Nursing State Agencies Welfare, Medicaid

Abstract

Establishes a newborn nurse visitation program (program) within the Indiana department of health. Provides that the program begins July 1, 2023. Establishes an advisory group and criteria for the program. Requires insurance for state employees, health insurers, and health maintenance organization contracts that provide basic health care services to provide coverage for services under the program. Requires the office of Medicaid policy and planning to apply for a demonstration waiver to provide Medicaid coverage for program services. Makes an appropriation for the program. Makes conforming changes.