Community Health Workers
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Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a system for certifying community health workers in South Carolina. It outlines requirements for certification, including training and ongoing education, and aims to ensure these workers can provide essential healthcare services. The bill also seeks federal approval to reimburse Medicaid for services delivered by certified community health workers, expanding access to care for underserved populations.
Key provisions
- Establishes a certification process for community health workers.
- Requires training and continuing education for certified workers.
- Authorizes community health workers to provide specific healthcare services, including preventative care and patient education.
- Allows Medicaid reimbursement for services provided by certified community health workers.
- Requires the state to seek federal approval for a Medicaid plan amendment to include these services.
- Defines key terms related to community health workers and their roles.
- Specifies eligible employers for certified community health workers to ensure appropriate supervision.
- Establishes a process for awarding college credit for relevant training and education.
Who is affected
- Community Health Workers
- Patients in South Carolina
- Medicaid Recipients
- Healthcare Providers
- South Carolina Department of Public Health
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