H5038

To improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Extends the validity period of prior authorizations for non-emergency medical transportation services.

This bill extends the validity period of prior authorizations for non-emergency medical transportation services to inpatient and outpatient dialysis treatment, behavioral health services, and post-acute care. The prior authorizations must be valid for a minimum of 3 business days. The bill also mandates the Health Policy Commission to study the adequacy of reimbursement rates for non-emergency medical transportation services, including the impact of external economic factors.

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Ways and Means Committee
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History

Jul 23

House

Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Jul 9

House

Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026

Feb 5

House

Reported from the committee on Financial Services