HB 3494
Requires the Oregon Health Authority to establish minimum reimbursement rates for behavioral health services provided to medical assistance recipients.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Behavioral Health and Health Care
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to set minimum reimbursement rates for behavioral health services, including mental health and substance use disorder treatment, that are provided to people enrolled in Oregon’s Medicaid program (Medical Assistance). The goal is to ensure that recipients have timely access to these services across the state. OHA will work with stakeholders, including the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission, to determine these rates.
Key provisions
- OHA must establish minimum reimbursement rates.
- Rates apply to behavioral health services for Medical Assistance recipients.
- The Oregon Health Authority will consult with stakeholders.
- The Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission will provide advice.
- Rates must ensure timely access to behavioral health services.
- In-network and out-of-network providers will be reimbursed at the established rates.
Who is affected
- Oregon Medicaid recipients
- Behavioral health treatment providers
- Oregon Health Authority
- Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission
Notable changes
- Establishes a requirement for minimum reimbursement rates for behavioral health services.
- Directs OHA to consult with stakeholders to determine these rates.
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