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SF 502

as introduced - 86th Legislature (2009 - 2010) Posted on 02/09/2010 02:13am

KEY: stricken = removed, old language.
underscored = added, new language.
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A bill for an act
 relating to veterans homes; requiring an application for federal certification of
veterans homes; providing a schedule for applications; amending Minnesota
Statutes 2008, section 198.003, by adding a subdivision.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1.

Minnesota Statutes 2008, section 198.003, is amended by adding a
subdivision to read:


new text begin Subd. 7. new text end

new text begin Medicare certification. new text end

new text begin (a) The commissioner shall apply to the federal
government under the following schedule for certification of the veterans homes for
participation as providers in the Medicare program under title XVIII of the Social Security
Act:
 new text end

new text begin (1) the veterans homes in Fergus Falls, Luverne, and Silver Bay by October 1,
2009; and
 new text end

new text begin (2) the veterans home in Minneapolis by July 1, 2010.
 new text end

new text begin (b) Upon certification of a facility, the commissioner shall seek to maximize
Medicare reimbursements under Medicare part A and part B for services to eligible
residents.
 new text end