Chronic conditions; DMAS to provide for payment of assistance for prevention thereof. (HB229)
Introduced By
Del. Dwight Jones (D-Richmond)
Progress
✓ |
Introduced |
✗ |
Passed Committee |
☐ |
Passed House |
☐ |
Passed Senate |
☐ |
Signed by Governor |
☐ |
Became Law |
Description
Medical Assistance; prevention of chronic conditions. Requires the Department of Medical Assistance Services to include in the state plan a provision for payment of medical assistance for prevention of chronic conditions that, if not prevented, result in long-term treatment and associated costs. "Chronic conditions" includes obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
Date | Action |
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01/03/2006 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/06 066678364 |
01/03/2006 | Referred to Committee on Health, Welfare and Institutions |
01/25/2006 | Fiscal impact statement from DPB (HB229) |
01/26/2006 | Tabled in Health, Welfare and Institutions (15-Y 7-N) |