SB226

Medicaid program; providing for certain reimbursement methodology for certain hospitals. Effective date. Emergency.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB226 amends Medicaid reimbursement methodology for certain hospitals.

Oklahoma SB226 amends the state Medicaid program to establish a new reimbursement methodology. The Oklahoma Health Care Authority will enhance reimbursement for services provided to Medicaid beneficiaries in emergency hospitals in rural areas. Additionally, it sets a reimbursement rate for obstetrical care at hospitals designated as Baby-Friendly by Baby-Friendly USA. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective immediately upon passage and approval.

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Where it stands

Current
Health and Human Services Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services Committee then to Appropriations Committee

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Hicks