To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for mandatory coverage of services furnished by nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists under State medicaid plans.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Mar 28, 1995)
Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicaid coverage of services furnished by certified nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists which are authorized under State law to be performed by such a nurse, regardless of whether or not such services are performed under the supervision of a physician or other health care provider.
Defines "clinical nurse specialist" as an individual who: (1) is a registered nurse licensed to practice nursing in the State in which the individual furnishes services; and (2) has a master's degree in a clinical area of nursing from an accredited institution.
What just happenedMay 3, 1995
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E935)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMar 28, 1995
- May 3, 1995IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E935)
- Apr 10, 1995CommitteeH11000
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Mar 28, 1995IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Mar 28, 1995IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Mar 28, 1995IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House