An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, providing for pending medical assistance applications.

This bill updates Pennsylvania's Human Services Code to improve how the state handles pending applications for long-term care medical assistance. It requires county offices to establish a standardized process that includes sending specific pending letters within ten days, communicating weekly with providers, and reviewing new documents within ten days of receipt. Additionally, the legislation mandates an annual public report on application statistics and allows nursing facilities to request payment for uncompensated care if an application has been pending for at least sixty days. These changes directly affect county assistance offices, long-term care providers, and residents waiting for eligibility decisions.