A 4837
Establishes "New Jersey Community Health Worker Program" in DOH and certain training programs for community health workers.
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the "New Jersey Community Health Worker Program" within the Department of Health. It aims to create standardized training and certification programs for community health workers, integrate these services into Medicaid reimbursement, and improve healthcare access in underserved communities. The bill also establishes an advisory board to guide the program's development and implementation, and includes provisions for curriculum development related to substance use disorder treatment.
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Jerry Walker
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