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Easier Access to Medicaid Care for Children Across States

New rules make it easier for children and young people to access medical specialists through the Medicaid program, even if the doctor is in another state. This means parents won't have to worry about extra paperwork when their child needs out-of-state treatment. The act aims to speed up access to necessary care, especially for complex conditions.
Key points
Out-of-state doctors can more easily treat children and youth under Medicaid, without extra paperwork.
Streamlined enrollment process for out-of-state providers, reducing waiting times for treatment.
Applies to individuals under 18 and adults whose condition began before age 18.
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Additional Information
Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act
Print number: S 1544
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Process start date: 2021-05-11