What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 4937.
Medicaid Disaster Relief: Streamlined Aid for Survivors
This act aims to provide swift Medicaid assistance to individuals and families affected by disasters. It simplifies access to healthcare benefits, introduces streamlined procedures, and ensures federal funding to support survivors during the challenging post-disaster period.
Key points
Simplified Medicaid Access: Disaster survivors can more easily obtain medical assistance through simplified applications and no income documentation requirements.
Extended Support: Medical assistance will be available for two years from the disaster declaration, with potential extensions for pregnant individuals and those with pending applications.
Mental Health and Home Care Support: The act allows states to offer expanded mental health services and home and community-based care for survivors.
100% Federal Funding: The federal government will cover all medical assistance and administrative costs related to serving disaster survivors.
Status:
Expired
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