Texas SB2548 amends contract considerations for managed care organizations under Medicaid and the child health plan program.

Texas SB2548 amends the Texas Government Code to change how contracts are awarded to managed care organizations under Medicaid and the child health plan program. The Health and Human Services Commission must give preference to organizations with significant participation in their provider network from health care providers who traditionally provide care to Medicaid and charity care patients. The commission must also consider the organization's past performance, quality initiatives, and cost-efficiency benchmarks.

Texas SB2548 amends contract considerations for managed care organizations under Medicaid and the child health plan program.

Texas SB2548 amends the Texas Government Code to change how contracts are awarded to managed care organizations under Medicaid and the child health plan program. The Health and Human Services Commission must give preference to organizations with significant participation in their provider network from health care providers who traditionally provide care to Medicaid and charity care patients. The commission must also consider the organization's past performance, quality initiatives, and cost-efficiency benchmarks.