Presumptive Medicaid eligibility for pregnant women in Florida, extending coverage for duration of pregnancy and postpartum period.

The bill amends Florida Statutes to authorize certain healthcare providers to offer presumptive Medicaid eligibility to pregnant women, ensuring they receive coverage for medically necessary services during their pregnancy and for 12 months postpartum. The Department of Children and Families must ensure these providers are trained and monitored. The Agency for Health Care Administration must seek federal approval to extend the presumptive eligibility period. This act aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes by ensuring continuity of care.

Presumptive Medicaid eligibility for pregnant women in Florida, extending coverage for duration of pregnancy and postpartum period.

The bill amends Florida Statutes to authorize certain healthcare providers to offer presumptive Medicaid eligibility to pregnant women, ensuring they receive coverage for medically necessary services during their pregnancy and for 12 months postpartum. The Department of Children and Families must ensure these providers are trained and monitored. The Agency for Health Care Administration must seek federal approval to extend the presumptive eligibility period. This act aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes by ensuring continuity of care.