Act 859
Coverage of Act 859 in the Nexus archive.
- With Medicaid cuts ahead, Louisiana’s rural health providers battle over payments
Louisiana's Act 859 is increasing Medicaid payments for independent rural health clinics by $41.50 this fiscal year and next, assuming federal approval. While provider Herndon Jeansonne appreciated the increase, rural hospital owners argue that the pay bump gives independently owned clinics a competitive edge, putting rural hospitals at a financial disadvantage.
- With Medicaid cuts ahead, Louisiana’s rural health providers battle over payments
Louisiana's Act 859 increases Medicaid payments for independent rural health clinics by $41.50 this fiscal year and next, assuming federal government approval. Independent provider Herndon “Buzz” Jeansonne welcomed the rate increase, stating it would have prevented him from selling his businesses. However, some owners of rural hospitals argue that the raise gives independently owned clinics a financial edge over their own facilities.