The bill proposes to provide Medicaid coverage for patient navigator services.
The Patient Navigation Assistance Act aims to amend the Social Security Act to include coverage for patient navigator services under Medicaid. These services, provided by individuals who meet specific education, licensure, and certification requirements, help individuals access quality health and psychosocial care. The bill defines "patient navigator" and "patient navigator service" and specifies that these services will be reimbursed by the state to eligible entities for individuals eligible for medical assistance.
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