SB 433

Bill Subjects

Budgets And Appropriations Family And Social Services Administration Health, Health Care Costs; Health Insurance Local Government Welfare, Medicaid

Abstract

Requires the office of Medicaid policy and planning (office) to establish a program for northwest Indiana Medicaid recipients to enhance access to medical services closer to the recipient's residence with a priority on trauma care and pediatric services. Requires the office to submit a state plan amendment implementing enhanced access. Requires the office to review and analyze certain Medicaid reimbursement rates, statistics, and information concerning the Illinois Medicaid program in comparison to Indiana. Appropriates $20 million to northwest Indiana hospitals in state fiscal year 2024 for disproportionate share eligible hospitals that apply for funds to offset federal law changes in the disproportionate share program.