MEDICAID: KIDNEY DISEASE H.B. 5063 (H-1): COMMITTEE SUMMARY
House Bill 5063 (Substitute H-1 as passed by the House)
Sponsor: Representative John Gleason
House Committee: Health Policy
Senate Committee: Health Policy
Date Completed: 2-28-06
CONTENT
The bill would amend the Social Welfare Act to permit individuals enrolled in the Medicaid program to receive screening; laboratory, diagnostic, and early intervention services; and treatment for chronic kidney disease pursuant to guidelines established by the Department of Community Health.
MCL 400.109 Legislative Analyst: Julie Koval
FISCAL IMPACT
Victims of kidney disease who are Medicaid-eligible are already covered for the services specified in the bill. Therefore, the bill would have no fiscal impact.
Fiscal Analyst: Steve Angelotti
Analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent. hb5063/0506