Provides additional support to medically fragile children who rely on community-based or home health services.
The bill amends the public health and insurance laws to enhance support for medically fragile children requiring community-based or home health services. It mandates that health maintenance organizations and insurers consider all necessary services for these children, including home-based private duty nursing, personal care, and therapies. It also requires insurers to contract with providers experienced in caring for medically fragile children and to accommodate unique discharge plans.
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