HB 4003
Removes provisions relating to the use of the prioritized list of health services in the state medical assistance program.
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Support
10%
Oppose
90%
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill removes provisions related to a prioritized list of health services used in Oregon’s Medicaid program. It requires the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to establish a clear definition of medical necessity and criteria for determining it. The Health Evidence Review Commission will then develop and maintain clinical coverage policies aligned with OHA’s definition of medical necessity and federal laws. The bill also declares an emergency, meaning it takes effect immediately upon passage.
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Arguments opposed
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The opposition to HB 4003 expresses concerns about the potential loss of access to the Oregon Health Plan for vulnerable populations, including children, as well as significant administrative costs for providers. Many that existing rules and processes can handle necessary changes without new legislation, citing federal support for minimal compliance with federal rules. Others advocate for preserving the prioritized list of health services, which they believe has been a successful approach to Medicaid delivery, and urge amendment to strengthen its application to prescription drugs and behavioral health services. Some testifiers also express concerns about unintended consequences on providers and Oregon Health Plan members, as well as government involvement in healthcare, citing potential negative impacts on patients such as higher premiums and longer wait times.
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