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Medicaid Program Improvement Act

3/6/2025, 3:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1019

Bill 119 HR 1019, also known as the "Medicaid Address Verification Act," aims to make changes to title XIX of the Social Security Act in order to improve the accuracy and reliability of address information provided under the Medicaid program. The bill seeks to address issues related to incorrect or outdated address information that can lead to delays in communication, eligibility determinations, and the delivery of important Medicaid services.

Specifically, the bill proposes measures to enhance the verification process for Medicaid beneficiaries' addresses, including requiring states to implement procedures to regularly update and confirm the accuracy of address information. This would help ensure that individuals receiving Medicaid benefits are able to receive important correspondence and notifications in a timely manner.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve coordination between state Medicaid agencies and other relevant entities, such as the United States Postal Service, to facilitate the verification of addresses and reduce the likelihood of errors or discrepancies. By enhancing the reliability of address information, the bill aims to streamline administrative processes, improve communication with Medicaid beneficiaries, and ultimately enhance the overall effectiveness of the Medicaid program. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1019 represents a bipartisan effort to address a specific issue within the Medicaid program and improve the delivery of services to eligible individuals. If passed, the bill has the potential to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of address information within the Medicaid program, ultimately benefiting both beneficiaries and the program as a whole.

Congressional Summary of HR 1019

Medicaid Program Improvement Act

This bill provides statutory authority for the requirement that state Medicaid programs and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) have a process in place to obtain updated addresses for enrollees. It also requires contracted managed care plans to report addresses that have been directly verified by enrollees to states.

Current Status of Bill HR 1019

Bill HR 1019 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2025. Bill HR 1019 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 5, 2025.  Bill HR 1019's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 5, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1019

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1019

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1019

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure the reliability of address information provided under the Medicaid program.
To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure the reliability of address information provided under the Medicaid program.

Comments

Aisha Kuhn profile image

Aisha Kuhn

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1 year ago

I don't think this bill is a good idea. It could cause problems for people like me who rely on Medicaid. It's important to make sure address information is accurate, but this bill could make it harder for some people to access the care they need.

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