AN ACT relating to Medicaid.

SB 188 amends Kentucky's Medicaid law (KRS 205.557) to clarify definitions and reimbursement rules for child medical evaluations at children's advocacy centers. It specifically ensures Medicaid covers evaluations provided by licensed physicians, advanced practice nurses, or sexual assault nurse examiners working at compliant centers. The bill requires reimbursement at the actual cost of these evaluations and directs the Medicaid Department to seek necessary federal waivers to implement this change. This technical correction directly affects Medicaid beneficiaries, children's advocacy centers, and healthcare providers who conduct these evaluations.