HF36 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Payment rates for nonemergency medical transportation increased.
Related bill: SF2125
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes to update the laws regarding non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) for Minnesota's health care program beneficiaries. The main purpose is to increase the payment rates for providers of these services. This includes a variety of transportation options like non-emergency medical vehicles, taxis, public transit, and services involving volunteers and not-for-hire vehicles.
The bill outlines that these services should be billed according to Minnesota health care program standards and that all NEMT providers need to meet certain requirements, including having proper driver enrollments and compliance with transportation standards.
The transportation covered must be the most efficient route to medical providers, with limitations on mileage unless authorized. The bill specifies different types of transport services that can be billed, such as lift-equipped transport or transport requiring assistant services. It also introduces a pricing model for payments based on distance and type of transportation, which includes adjustments based on geographic area (urban, rural, super rural) and fluctuating fuel prices.
Additionally, a web-based system is to be implemented by a certain date to streamline administrative tasks like tracking trips and ensuring prompt payment to providers.
This bill aims to ensure adequate access to medical services for those in the state health care program by facilitating more efficient and better-compensated transport services.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Health Finance and Policy |
| February 16, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"summary": "This bill amends section 256B.0625, subdivision 17, to increase payment rates for nonemergency medical transportation.",
"modified": [
"Adjusts reimbursement rates in alignment with federal requirements and fluctuates with gasoline prices."
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"citation": "256B.0625"
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"N/A"
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "References section 144E.001 to define emergency and nonemergency ambulance services for transportation.",
"modified": [
"Clarification on the types of services covered by this citation."
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"citation": "144E.001"
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"N/A"
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "Includes reference to section 174.22, subdivision 7, regarding the definition of public transportation.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies the meaning of public transportation in the context of medical transport."
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"citation": "174.22"
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"N/A"
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "Mentions section 65B.472 related to volunteer drivers and not-for-hire vehicles.",
"modified": [
"Specifies not-for-hire vehicle requirements for medical transportation."
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"citation": "65B.472"
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"analysis": {
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"Enforcement of operating standards for service providers."
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "Sets compliance for nonemergency medical transportation providers with operating standards as outlined in sections 174.29 to 174.30.",
"modified": [
"Details requirements for nonemergency transportation driver enrollment and billing."
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},
"citation": "174.29 to 174.30"
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"analysis": {
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"Notification process for disqualified personnel in medical transport services."
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "References section 245C.14 for disqualification notices regarding personnel in transportation services.",
"modified": [
"Procedures for disqualification under special transportation services are clarified."
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"citation": "245C.14"
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"analysis": {
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"Processes for setting aside disqualifications specific to transportation service providers."
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "Inclusion of sections 245C.22 and 245C.23 for set-aside procedures of disqualifications.",
"modified": [
"Clear policy on handling disqualifications in service providers."
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"citation": "245C.22 and 245C.23"
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"Vendor compliance in medical care provision."
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "Mention of section 256B.041 related to vendor provisions of medical care for local agencies.",
"modified": [
"Regulatory instructions for local agencies acting as vendors of medical care."
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"citation": "256B.041"
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"analysis": {
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"Outlines agency accountability and sanction measures."
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"removed": [
"N/A"
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"summary": "Touches on section 256B.064 regarding local agency sanctions and monetary recovery actions.",
"modified": [
"Explains sanctions applicable to agencies involved in medical transportation."
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