Establishes a temporary TennCare benefits program for certain individuals ineligible for other medical assistance.

The bill amends Tennessee Code to create a temporary TennCare benefits program offering medical assistance to individuals under 21 with family incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level, and to those 21 and older with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level. Benefits are available for up to 12 months in any 24-month period, with a lifetime limit of 60 months for those under 21. The program is funded with 90% federal and 10% state funds and requires a federal waiver.

Establishes a temporary TennCare benefits program for certain individuals ineligible for other medical assistance.

The bill amends Tennessee Code to create a temporary TennCare benefits program offering medical assistance to individuals under 21 with family incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level, and to those 21 and older with incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level. Benefits are available for up to 12 months in any 24-month period, with a lifetime limit of 60 months for those under 21. The program is funded with 90% federal and 10% state funds and requires a federal waiver.