SB 729
Setting forth mandatory Medicaid program requirements
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
Senate Bill 729 outlines mandatory requirements for West Virginia’s Medicaid program, aiming to align with federal guidelines established by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The bill mandates several actions, including implementing a work requirement, restricting eligibility for those living in the U.S. illegally, and enhancing eligibility verification processes. It also sets deadlines for reducing error rates and limiting retroactive eligibility periods, along with adjustments to existing taxes and payments.
Key provisions
- Implement a Medicaid work requirement as outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
- Prohibit individuals living in the United States illegally from using Medicaid benefits.
- Verify Medicaid eligibility at least twice annually.
- Prevent multi-state enrollment of Medicaid beneficiaries.
- Remove deceased enrollees from Medicaid rolls quarterly.
- Reduce the Medicaid error rate to or below three percent.
- Limit retroactive eligibility to 30 days for expansion enrollees and 60 days for traditional and Children’s Health Insurance Plan enrollees.
- Require cost sharing for expansion adults.
Who is affected
- Medicaid enrollees
- Individuals seeking Medicaid benefits
- West Virginia residents
- Managed care providers
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Introduces a Medicaid work requirement.
- Restricts eligibility based on immigration status.
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