Utah SB0158 expands Medicaid reimbursement for recreational therapy to include licensed residential support programs accredited by the American Camp.

Utah SB0158 amends the Medicaid program to allow reimbursement for recreational therapy services provided by qualified individuals at various facilities, including newly added licensed residential support programs accredited by the American Camp Association. The Department of Health and Human Services is authorized to apply for necessary waivers or state plan amendments with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to implement these changes. The bill also includes technical and conforming changes to align with the new provisions. This bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.

Utah SB0158 expands Medicaid reimbursement for recreational therapy to include licensed residential support programs accredited by the American Camp.

Utah SB0158 amends the Medicaid program to allow reimbursement for recreational therapy services provided by qualified individuals at various facilities, including newly added licensed residential support programs accredited by the American Camp Association. The Department of Health and Human Services is authorized to apply for necessary waivers or state plan amendments with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to implement these changes. The bill also includes technical and conforming changes to align with the new provisions. This bill takes effect on May 6, 2026.