H5486

Medicaid

Introduced·4/1/26
Introduced Text

South Carolina H5486 mandates an annual review of treatments for chronic and rare kidney diseases for Medicaid enrollees.

South Carolina H5486 requires the Department of Health and Human Services to annually review medications and treatments for chronic and rare kidney diseases for Medicaid enrollees. The review aims to assess the adequacy of available treatments and recommend potential new treatments. The department must solicit public input, especially from those knowledgeable about kidney diseases, and publish an annual report on its findings and recommendations. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Apr 1

House

Introduced and read first time

Apr 1

House

Referred to Committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs