Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1870

Introduced

3/14/24

Refer

3/14/24

Failed

3/27/24

Caption

Appropriations; UMMC to conduct review and prepare report about health care services available to Medicaid recipients with rare diseases.

Impact

The review mandated by HB 1870 will focus on several key areas, including the adequacy of current healthcare services for Medicaid recipients and whether the Division of Medicaid should increase the access to additional medications or treatments. Additionally, it aims to assess the training of emergency medical services providers who care for individuals experiencing rare disease crises. By examining the existing reimbursement methodologies, the bill looks to uncover potential barriers that might limit access to necessary care. The results of this review are expected to inform legislative and administrative decisions regarding Medicaid policies.

Summary

House Bill 1870 aims to address the healthcare needs of Medicaid recipients with a diagnosis of a rare disease by making a financial appropriation to the University of Mississippi Medical Center. The bill allocates $250,000 for the fiscal year 2025 for the medical center to conduct a comprehensive review of the existing medications, treatments, and healthcare services available to these patients. The intent is to ensure that these services adequately meet the needs of individuals with rare diseases and to identify any access barriers that may be present.

Contention

While the bill has significant support regarding its intention to improve care for patients with rare diseases, points of contention may arise regarding the allocation of funds and the effectiveness of the University of Mississippi Medical Center's review process. Stakeholders could debate whether the proposed funding is sufficient to cover the extensive needs of rare disease patients and whether the bill adequately addresses all the prevalent issues within Medicaid regarding service delivery. Furthermore, the potential impact of any identified barriers on patient outcomes could lead to discussions about further legislative measures that may be necessary to rectify these shortcomings.

Latest MS HB1870 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS H5486

Medicaid

MS HB227

Health and human services agencies; require to prepare video with nutrition and healthy eating information for benefit recipients.

MS HB309

Health and human services agencies; require to prepare video with nutrition and healthy eating information for benefit recipients.

MS SB2474

Rare Disease Task Force; establish within the Mississippi Rare Disease Advisory Council.

MS HB813

Nurse practitioners; authorize certain to practice to the full extent of their education and training if they provide services to Medicaid recipients.

MS HB2946

Relating to the provision of nutrition support services to Medicaid recipients in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services and a report on the health outcomes of providing those services.

MS SB1661

Relating to the provision of nutrition support services to Medicaid recipients in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services and a report on the health outcomes of providing those services.

MS HB2865

Relating to conducting an ex parte renewal of a recipient's Medicaid eligibility.

MS SB921

Relating to conducting an ex parte renewal of a recipient's Medicaid eligibility.

MS HB144

HIV medications; prohibit health plans and Medicaid from subjecting to protocols that restrict dispensing of.

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