130th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 590 LR 1760(01)
An Act To Require MaineCare Coverage for Ostomy Equipment
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Lemelin of Chelsea
Committee: Health and Human Services
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
FY 2021-22 FY 2022-23 Projections  FY 2023-24 Projections  FY 2024-25
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund $30,195 $60,391 $60,391 $60,391
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund $30,195 $60,391 $60,391 $60,391
Federal Expenditures Fund $63,745 $127,489 $127,489 $127,489
Revenue
Federal Expenditures Fund $63,745 $127,489 $127,489 $127,489
Fiscal Detail and Notes
The Department of Health and Human Services will require General Fund appropriations of $30,195 in fiscal year 2021-22 and $60,391 in fiscal year 2022-23 to increase the rates for ostomy equipment to 100% of the Medicare rate. Federal Expenditures Fund allocations will also be required for the FMAP match.