South Dakota SB104 mandates reimbursement for therapy using equine movement through the state Medicaid program.

South Dakota SB104 requires the Department of Social Services to reimburse therapy using equine movement for Medicaid recipients. This therapy, facilitated by licensed physical, occupational, or speech-language pathologists, leverages horse-human interactions to achieve therapeutic goals. The bill mandates the Department of Social Services to submit a state plan amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services by August 1, 2026, to implement this coverage.

South Dakota SB104 mandates reimbursement for therapy using equine movement through the state Medicaid program.

South Dakota SB104 requires the Department of Social Services to reimburse therapy using equine movement for Medicaid recipients. This therapy, facilitated by licensed physical, occupational, or speech-language pathologists, leverages horse-human interactions to achieve therapeutic goals. The bill mandates the Department of Social Services to submit a state plan amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services by August 1, 2026, to implement this coverage.