New Pilot Programs for Integrated Physical and Mental Health Care for Children.
This Act establishes a demonstration project to improve and integrate healthcare services for children and youth under 21 covered by Medicaid and CHIP. The program focuses on a holistic approach, combining physical, mental, emotional, and social health needs to ensure better coordination of services in selected communities. Families can expect easier access to integrated care and social support.
Key points
Creation of pilot programs ("Whole Child Health Models") in up to 15 states to test comprehensive, coordinated care for eligible children.
Integration of services: combining medical care, mental health, substance use treatment, developmental, and social support for children.
Simplification of eligibility, enrollment, and renewal processes for health benefits for eligible children and youth.
Authorization of $125 million to fund the projects and provide states with enhanced federal matching funds for these integrated services.
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