An Act establishing a community health worker certification; relating to medical assistance coverage for certified community health worker services; and providing for an effective date.
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This bill establishes a certification process for community health workers in Alaska. It outlines requirements for education, training, and ongoing qualifications for these workers. The bill also expands medical assistance coverage to include services provided by certified community health workers and requires the Department of Health to develop regulations for certification and coverage. The bill’s implementation is contingent on federal approval of related state plan changes.
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