Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for certain inpatient mental health services.

HB 154 requires Texas Medicaid to reimburse inpatient mental health facilities (defined as hospitals or nursing facilities with 16+ beds primarily treating mental illness) for all services provided to Medicaid recipients, regardless of the recipient's age. It mandates full reimbursement for the entire stay when services are delivered, ensuring facilities are paid for the complete care period. This bill directly affects Medicaid recipients needing inpatient mental health care and the facilities providing those services. The policy change takes effect September 1, 2025, with implementation dependent on any required federal approvals.