Revises the disproportionate share hospital (|DSH) methodology to address CMS’ delay in national DSH reductions. In addition, this amendment implements new supplemental hospital payments; updates the payment pool amount(s) for existing supplemental
and quality improvement incentive payments; and, removes obsolete language

Removes limitations on tobacco cessation counseling

This time-limited state plan amendment responds to the COVID-19 national emergency. The purpose of this amendment is to cover the new optional group for COVID testing, and remove language that requires Pediatric Day Healthcare Center (PDHC) closure in order for families to receive services in a residential setting.

Adds "State Institutional Alternative (SIA)" to the Medicaid state plan

Adds the Rural Hospital and Non-Rural Hospital definitions and updates hospital-based physician
reimbursement.

Authorizes legislative changes (Main PL 2019, Ch. 530) to reimbursement for inpatient hospital services

Revises Medical Needy Income levels