Establishes a TennCare buy-in program for eligible Tennesseans to provide affordable health coverage.
The bill establishes a TennCare buy-in program to offer affordable health coverage to eligible Tennesseans. The Department of Finance and Administration will administer the program, setting up a monthly premium schedule based on income. Eligible individuals must be state residents, aged 18-64, not eligible for Medicare or other TennCare categories, and meet citizenship and immigration requirements. The program includes comprehensive medical assistance benefits through managed care organizations, with cost-sharing requirements in line with federal law.
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