SB 867
Prohibiting payment to residential substance use disorder treatment facilities that do not meet certain requirements
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Bill overview
This bill requires residential substance use disorder treatment facilities in West Virginia to obtain both licensure from the West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification and accreditation from organizations like CARF, The Joint Commission, or DNV to receive payments from the Bureau for Medical Services. Facilities beginning new operations must achieve accreditation within one year. The Bureau for Medical Services must also ensure its provider manual reflects these requirements and submit them for public comment. The bill also mandates a report to the Legislative Oversight Commission on the effectiveness of these changes.
Key provisions
- Residential substance use disorder facilities must be licensed by the West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification.
- Facilities must be accredited by CARF, The Joint Commission, or DNV.
- These requirements apply to services rendered on or after January 1, 2026.
- New facilities must achieve accreditation within one year of opening.
- The Bureau for Medical Services must update its provider manual and submit it for public comment.
- The Office of the Inspector General must propose a rule for legislative approval.
- A report on the effectiveness of the provisions will be submitted to the Legislative Oversight Commission by December 31, 2030.
- The provisions expire on July 1, 2031, unless extended by the Legislature.
Who is affected
- Residential substance use disorder treatment facilities
- The Bureau for Medical Services
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