H.R.1019 - Medicaid Program Improvement Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1019, the Medicaid Program Improvement Act, aims to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act to enhance the reliability of address information within the Medicaid program. It mandates that states regularly obtain and act upon address information for Medicaid enrollees from reliable data sources, starting January 1, 2026. The bill also extends these requirements to the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and requires managed care entities to transmit address information to the state.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely improve the accuracy of Medicaid and CHIP enrollee data, leading to more efficient program administration. This could reduce improper payments and improve communication with beneficiaries. It also places additional administrative burdens on states and managed care organizations.
Potential Benefits
- Improved accuracy of Medicaid enrollee data.
- More efficient program administration.
- Reduced improper payments.
- Better communication with beneficiaries.
- Potential for improved health outcomes due to better contact.
Potential Disadvantages
- Increased administrative burden on states.
- Potential costs associated with implementing the new requirements.
- Possible privacy concerns related to data collection and sharing.
- Risk of errors in data matching leading to incorrect address updates.
- Potential for increased complexity in Medicaid program management.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble). Congress has broad authority to legislate regarding federal programs like Medicaid under the Spending Clause (Article I, Section 8). The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).