A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct an audit of the medical assistance programs of the Commonwealth and provide a report to the General Assembly.
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Overview
This resolution directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a comprehensive audit of Pennsylvania’s medical assistance programs. The audit will examine the programs’ efficiency, security, and potential for fraud, considering past audits and reports from the U.S. Office of Inspector General. The committee is tasked with producing a detailed report for the General Assembly, including recommendations for future studies or audits.
Key provisions
- Directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct an audit of Pennsylvania’s medical assistance programs.
- Requires the audit to include an analysis of Medicaid managed care contracts and medical loss ratio standards.
- Asks the committee to assess whether the Commonwealth has implemented recommendations from prior audits (2017 and 2024).
- Requires an analysis of high-risk programs to identify potential fraud.
- Authorizes the committee to request data from Commonwealth agencies.
- Mandates the inclusion of recommendations for further studies or audits in the final report.
- Sets a 18-month deadline for the committee to submit the audit report to the General Assembly.
Who is affected
- Vulnerable populations receiving medical assistance coverage
- The Commonwealth’s General Fund
- The Legislative Budget and Finance Committee
- Commonwealth agencies and departments
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