Ohio HB988 amends the Program for Medically Handicapped Children, focusing on funding and service provisions for children and youth with special.

Ohio HB988 revises the Program for Medically Handicapped Children, managed by the Department of Health. It authorizes diagnostic services for Ohio residents under 21 years old, without charge or economic restrictions. The bill mandates the review of health insurance premium payments for cost-effectiveness and establishes procedures for appeals, provider disqualification, and payment amounts. It also requires applicants for program services to seek third-party benefits and apply them to program payments.

Ohio HB988 amends the Program for Medically Handicapped Children, focusing on funding and service provisions for children and youth with special.

Ohio HB988 revises the Program for Medically Handicapped Children, managed by the Department of Health. It authorizes diagnostic services for Ohio residents under 21 years old, without charge or economic restrictions. The bill mandates the review of health insurance premium payments for cost-effectiveness and establishes procedures for appeals, provider disqualification, and payment amounts. It also requires applicants for program services to seek third-party benefits and apply them to program payments.