IntroducedFiled Feb 2, 2026
Sponsor: Lujan, Tara L.
Latest Action
action postponed indefinitely
Mar 24, 2026
Summary
The bill requires Medicaid to reimburse independent reference laboratories for toxicology testing when a health provider deems it medically necessary. Reimbursement rates will match the average Medicaid fee‑for‑service schedule and the health authority will set detailed rules. It also earmarks $100,000 for program administration.
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