New Jersey S166 establishes a loan program for community health centers to integrate additional care modalities.

New Jersey S166 mandates the Department of Health to create the Community Health Center Integrated Care Loan Program. This program offers zero percent interest, short-term loans to community health centers for integrating primary care, behavioral health, and substance abuse disorder services. The Commissioner of Health, in collaboration with the Commissioner of Human Services, will review applications and award loans within 30 days, prioritizing centers in high Medicaid areas. Funds for the Community Health Center Integrated Care Loan Fund come from the General Fund and other sources.

New Jersey S166 establishes a loan program for community health centers to integrate additional care modalities.

New Jersey S166 mandates the Department of Health to create the Community Health Center Integrated Care Loan Program. This program offers zero percent interest, short-term loans to community health centers for integrating primary care, behavioral health, and substance abuse disorder services. The Commissioner of Health, in collaboration with the Commissioner of Human Services, will review applications and award loans within 30 days, prioritizing centers in high Medicaid areas. Funds for the Community Health Center Integrated Care Loan Fund come from the General Fund and other sources.