Statewide Medicaid managed care starts; NVHA outlines network and oversight plans NVHA told lawmakers that statewide managed-care expansion began Jan. 1, with rural markets limited to two plan choices to preserve provider networks. Agency leaders said they met readiness reviews, will monitor network adequacy through an independent external review organization (HSAG) and will use contracting tools and quality withholds to hold managed care organizations accountable.

Nevada's Medicaid managed-care expansion is here, aiming to enhance health options in rural areas while ensuring quality oversight—what does this mean for you?

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Many states' Medicaid programs have a different name, but local reporting is connecting the dots on One Big Beautiful Bill's massive cuts On May 22, House Republicans passed their budget reconciliation omnibus — the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” — which would cut hundreds of billions of dollars from Medicaid, among other spending cuts, in order to fund historic tax giveaways t

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Department streamlines prior authorization process for Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program Department mandates quick responses for prior authorization requests under Medicaid guidelines.

Nevada's Department is taking a bold step to streamline healthcare by mandating rapid responses for Medicaid prior authorization requests!

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Nevada Legislature passes amendments impacting Medicaid and health care benefits Legislature enacts changes to Medicaid coverage and prior authorization requirements effective 2026

Big changes are coming to Medicaid in Nevada, with new coverage and prior authorization rules set to take effect in 2026!

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Nevada government expands Medicaid services to cover fertility preservation procedures Nevada's Medicaid will cover fertility services for cancer patients under new regulations.

Nevada is breaking new ground by expanding Medicaid to cover fertility services for cancer patients, offering hope for families in need.

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Assemblymember Anderson secures Medicaid coverage for lung colorectal and prostate cancer screenings The bill expands Nevada Medicaid to include additional cancer screening services.

Nevada is stepping up its fight against cancer by expanding Medicaid to cover essential screenings for lung, colorectal, and prostate cancers!

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Nevada amends healthcare authorization rules for Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program Nevada establishes two-day response requirement for Medicaid prior authorization requests.

Nevada is revolutionizing healthcare by implementing a groundbreaking two-day response requirement for Medicaid prior authorization requests!

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Nevada bill extends Medicaid coverage for vagus nerve stimulation therapy devices Nevada's Assembly Bill 284 mandates Medicaid reimbursement for vagus nerve stimulation devices by 2026

Nevada is set to revolutionize healthcare by requiring Medicaid to cover vagus nerve stimulation devices by 2026!

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Nevada Assembly Bill 234 aims to expand cancer screening accessibility for Medicaid beneficiaries Assembly Bill 234 seeks to enhance colorectal cancer screening options for Nevada Medicaid patients.

Nevada is taking a bold step to enhance cancer screening access for Medicaid beneficiaries, potentially saving lives with at-home DNA tests and strong support from health advocates.

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Nevada Council to include Medicaid recipients under new AB556 legislation AB556 establishes Council with Medicaid recipients to meet quarterly and advise on health services.

Nevada has just taken a groundbreaking step by creating a council that empowers Medicaid recipients to shape health services directly!

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Nevada Assembly introduces AB36 to revise Medicaid provider hearing procedures AB36 mandates timely hearing requests for Medicaid providers and clarifies extenuating circumstances.

Nevada's Assembly Bill 36 could reshape how Medicaid providers appeal decisions, balancing their rights with the need for swift resolutions.

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SB377 mandates Medicaid step therapy guidelines for psychiatric medications SB377 directs Medicaid to develop criteria for step therapy and prior authorization policies.

Nevada's Senate Bill 377 aims to revolutionize Medicaid by prioritizing patient care over costs, ensuring psychiatric medications aren't subjected to unnecessary hurdles.

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Nevada Department enacts new audit procedures for Medicaid service providers Nevada outlines new requirements for Medicaid providers to verify service claims.

Nevada's Senate Bill 378 is set to revolutionize Medicaid oversight, ensuring that care meets real patient needs while holding providers accountable.

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