Texas HB4615 regulates nursing facilities by setting licensing requirements and Medicaid participation rules.

Texas HB4615 amends regulations for nursing facilities, requiring compliance with a direct care expense ratio for Medicaid reimbursement. It mandates that contracts between Medicaid managed care organizations and nursing facilities include this compliance requirement. The bill also requires nursing facility license applications to detail ownership interests and notify the Health and Human Services Commission of any changes. It establishes a process for recouping incentive payments if facilities fail to meet program requirements. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4615 regulates nursing facilities by setting licensing requirements and Medicaid participation rules.

Texas HB4615 amends regulations for nursing facilities, requiring compliance with a direct care expense ratio for Medicaid reimbursement. It mandates that contracts between Medicaid managed care organizations and nursing facilities include this compliance requirement. The bill also requires nursing facility license applications to detail ownership interests and notify the Health and Human Services Commission of any changes. It establishes a process for recouping incentive payments if facilities fail to meet program requirements. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.