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Senate Bill 1175 |
Senate Author: Deuell |
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Effective: 6-14-13 |
House Sponsor: Guillen |
Senate Bill 1175 amends the Government Code to require the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), not later than September 1, 2014, by rule to establish a program to facilitate the reuse of durable medical equipment provided to recipients under the Medicaid program if it is determined to be cost-effective. The bill requires the program to include provisions for ensuring that reused equipment meets applicable standards of functionality and sanitation and that a Medicaid recipient's participation in the reuse program is voluntary. The bill includes provisions relating to immunity from liability of HHSC or a commission employee and a cause of action against HHSC or a commission employee as a result of the program. The bill requires the executive commissioner, in accordance with applicable law, to provide notice of each proposed rule, adopted rule, and hearing that relates to establishing the program.