Texas SB2061 eliminates prior authorization or precertification for repairing complex rehabilitation technology equipment under Medicaid.

Texas SB2061 amends the Human Resources Code to establish a reimbursement methodology for repairing complex rehabilitation technology equipment prescribed to Medicaid recipients. The bill specifies that medical assistance reimbursement for these repairs will not require prior authorization or precertification from recipients or health care providers. If a state agency needs a waiver or authorization from a federal agency to implement the bill, it can request it and delay implementation until the waiver or authorization is granted. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2061 eliminates prior authorization or precertification for repairing complex rehabilitation technology equipment under Medicaid.

Texas SB2061 amends the Human Resources Code to establish a reimbursement methodology for repairing complex rehabilitation technology equipment prescribed to Medicaid recipients. The bill specifies that medical assistance reimbursement for these repairs will not require prior authorization or precertification from recipients or health care providers. If a state agency needs a waiver or authorization from a federal agency to implement the bill, it can request it and delay implementation until the waiver or authorization is granted. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.