Extends TennCare Medicaid and CoverKids program eligibility for minors until age 18.
This bill amends Tennessee Code to extend eligibility for minors in TennCare Medicaid and the CoverKids program until they turn 18. It prohibits redetermination of eligibility or disenrollment unless specific conditions are met. The director must request necessary federal waivers by December 31, 2025. This change aims to ensure continuous healthcare coverage for eligible children in Tennessee.
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