House Committee on Human Services: HB 4178

The House Human Services Committee met to consider numerous bills; this report focuses on HB 4178. Summary and analysis follow. HB4178 By Frank, relating to the operation and administration of certain health and human services programs, including the Medicaid managed care program. (Companion Bill: SB2239 by Kolkhorst) ~ LBB Fiscal Note Summary. Estimated Two-year Net Impact to General Revenue Related Funds for HB4178, As Introduced: a negative impact of ($4,396,917) through the biennium ending August 31, 2021. In addition, there would be costs associated with changes to the provider management and enrollment system which cannot be determined. The bill would make no appropriation but could provide the legal basis for an appropriation of funds to implement the provisions of the bill. ~ Bill Summary and Analysis. The bill would require the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to publish notice of proposed changes to Medicaid or CHIP fees, charge, and rates in the Texas Reg