HR 497
Medicaid Third Party Liability Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:56 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Medicaid Third Party Liability Act, aims to clarify and strengthen how Medicaid handles payments from third-party insurers. It removes existing exceptions that allowed Medicaid to pay first for certain types of care, like preventive pediatric care and services related to child support enforcement. The bill also requires states to obtain and verify insurance information from individuals seeking Medicaid benefits and mandates specific contractual agreements between states and health insurers regarding recovery rights and assignments. Finally, it establishes a timeline for states to comply with these changes, providing flexibility for states with different legislative sessions.
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