Legislative 2019 success
The Supplemental Appropriations Bill Was Signed.
This made sure that the restored rates that were in effect 4/1/2019, actually went back to January 1, 2019! It also added an increase for the Community Choices and LTPCS programs.
38.8 million was added to the 2020 budget.
Funds are going to be used to rebase Community Residences (ICF) and continue the rate restorations for Waiver and SC providers.
SB 51 was approved.
This removes the requirements of CNA's to be a Louisiana Citizen. It was passed, and signed by the governor, and will go into effect on 8-1-2019.
HB 390 became law in Louisiana.
From here on out - every year - the LDH will report to the Legislature 45 days prior to the session what provider rates are, what they should be, and the $ required to bring them current. And, before any rates can be lowered, they must be approved by the joint budget committee.
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