HB152

Mississippi HB152 increases Medicaid reimbursement rates for hospitals in counties with high unemployment and doctor shortages.

Mississippi HB152 amends Medicaid provisions to increase reimbursement rates for hospitals in counties with an average monthly unemployment rate of 8% or higher and a critical shortage of physicians and nurses. The increased rate applies to both inpatient and outpatient hospital services. The bill also outlines various Medicaid services and reimbursement methodologies, including managed care programs, payment models, and specific reimbursement rates for different services.