SB222

Louisiana SB222 modifies Medicaid behavioral health services by eliminating certain administrative requirements and aligning with federal standards.

Louisiana SB222 aims to streamline Medicaid behavioral health services by removing unnecessary administrative barriers. The bill prohibits the Louisiana Department of Health and managed care entities from requiring CPR or first aid certification for behavioral health staff, except in specific settings. It also eliminates the need for pre-employment reference letters and allows physician assistants with two years of experience in treating psychiatric disorders to serve as medical directors.