January 12, 2016 Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment - Durable Medical Equipment - Cochlear Devices (LAC 50:XV.8717)

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Amends the provisions governing cochlear devices covered under the EPSDT program in order to reduce the minimum age requirements for implantation of these devices in order to align these provisions with the national standards.

Contact Information: J. Ruth Kennedy, Medicaid Director, P.O. Box 91030, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-9030

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RELATED ITEMS

• Emergency Rule: N/A
• Notice of Intent: Prior to Proposed Rule: November 2015 LAC
• Notice of Intent: Proposed Rule
• Notice of Intent: January 20, 2016 (Louisiana Register)
• Public Hearing: February 25, 2016
• Oversight Report: N/A
• Oversight Hearing: N/A
• Final Rule: N/A