Community emergency medical technician certification requirements modified, and medical assistance coverage of community emergency medical technician services modified.

HF 86 modifies certification requirements for Community Emergency Medical Technicians (CEMTs) and changes how their services are covered under Minnesota's medical assistance program. It requires CEMTs to complete culturally appropriate care training, have 2 years of EMT/AEMT experience, and earn 12 additional continuing education hours annually. The bill specifies that CEMT services - like post-hospital discharge follow-ups, medication reminders, home hazard checks, and safety evaluations for at-risk patients - must align with a patient's care plan. Medical assistance will cover these services at $100 per hour (billed as $25 per 15 minutes) for CEMTs holding a Unique Minnesota Provider Identifier, effective January 2026.