Chronic conditions; DMAS to provide for payment of assistance for prevention thereof. (HB229)
Introduced By
Del. Dwight Jones (D-Richmond)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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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. Amends § 32.1-325 (“Board to submit plan for medical assistance services to Secretary of Health and Human Services pursuant to federal law; administration of plan; contracts with health care providers.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
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