HB0315S01 | Recreational Therapy Medicaid Coverage Amendments

Description
General Description: 

This bill enacts provisions relating to recreational therapy coverage under Medicaid.

Highlighted Provisions: 

Allows Medicaid reimbursement for recreational therapy for those enrolled in Medicaid, and has been referred to recreational therapy by a physician.

Bill Details
Bill Number: 
HB0315S01
Year: 
2023
Status: 
Governor Signed
Last Action: 
Mar 15, 2023
Sponsor
Representative
James A. Dunnigan
Republican - District 36
Fiscal Note
Fiscal Note Amount: 
$0
None
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Utah PTA Response
Utah PTA Position
Support
Utah PTA Resolution: 
HEA 2020-1 | Emotional/Mental Health and Well-Being
Impact on Children: 

Recreational Therapy can be used for the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of an individual, including children.

Commission: 
Health
Utah PTA Public Policy Program
National PTA and Utah PTA Resolutions: 

That Utah PTA advocate for funding and legislation for integrated home and classroom intervention programs; continued research and clinical trials of treatment medications to support children and youth;and support insurance parity for mental illness;and be it further