SB 260 - Increase Funding for Involuntary Mental Health Commitments

Item 298 #1s

Language
Page 244, line 27, strike "$12,291,117" and insert "$12,533,895".
Page 244, line 27, strike "$14,289,674" and insert "$14,532,452".
Page 244, after line 41, insert:
"D.  The Director of the Department of Medical Assistance, in consultation with the Commissioner of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, shall review the current rate that is paid for medical costs associated with involuntary mental health commitments.  The review shall assess whether the current rate paid for medical services is adequate to serve individuals who may require highly specialized staffing and treatment needs while under detention.  The director shall report his findings and recommendations to the Chairmen of the House Appropriations and Senate Finance Committees by November 1, 2014."

Explanation
(This amendment adds $242,778 GF each year for medical costs related to involuntary mental health commitments. Language is also added requiring a review of the adequacy of the current rate paid for medical costs associated with involuntary mental health commitments. Funding is contingent upon final passage of Senate Bill 260.)