Amends TCA Title 52, Chapter 5, Part 6 and Title 71, Chapter 5.
Tennessee SB2167 integrates the bureau of TennCare into the structure and mission of the statewide planning and policy council by adding the director of long-term care services and a representative from a managed care organization to its membership. The bill expands the council's advisory and reporting responsibilities to include oversight of TennCare's director, services, and waiver implementation, in addition to its existing duties related to other department programs. This change affects the governance and oversight of TennCare within the broader health policy framework in Tennessee.
Tennessee SB2167 integrates the bureau of TennCare into the structure and mission of the statewide planning and policy council by adding the director of long-term care services and a representative from a managed care organization to its membership. The bill expands the council's advisory and reporting responsibilities to include oversight of TennCare's director, services, and waiver implementation, in addition to its existing duties related to other department programs. This change affects the governance and oversight of TennCare within the broader health policy framework in Tennessee.
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