H7939

Raises the age of eligibility for mobile response and stabilization services from eighteen (18) to twenty-one (21) and establishes a minimum rate for commercial health insurance reimbursement for such services.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7939 raises the age of eligibility for mobile response and stabilization services to 21 and sets a minimum reimbursement rate for.

Rhode Island H7939 amends the state's insurance laws to increase the age of eligibility for mobile response and stabilization services from 18 to 21. These services, provided by certified behavioral health organizations, aim to offer immediate de-escalation, stabilization, and follow-up care for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. The bill also establishes a minimum reimbursement rate for commercial health insurance companies, ensuring they cover these services at rates equal to or greater than the prevailing integrated state Medicaid rate.

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Where it stands

Current
Health & Human Services Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 12

12:00 AM

House Health & Human Services Hearing

History

Mar 12

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 6

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/12/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services