An Act to improve patient access to non-emergency medical transportation
This bill requires insurance plans and Medicaid to approve non-emergency medical transportation (like ambulances and wheelchair vans) for specific services - dialysis, behavioral health, and post-acute care - valid for at least 3 business days, reducing delays for patients. It also mandates that insurers pay providers at least 2.5 times standard rates for these services to ensure adequate compensation. The law applies to Medicaid managed care organizations, commercial insurers, and health plans covering these transportation needs. A study on reimbursement adequacy and workforce impacts is also required.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2026
Last action Jul 23, 2026
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Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
3
Jul 23, 2026
Committee
Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on Financial Services
lower
0 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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