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SF 54

as introduced - 90th Legislature (2017 - 2018) Posted on 01/10/2017 08:56am

KEY: stricken = removed, old language.
underscored = added, new language.
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A bill for an act
 relating to health; requiring a study and report on the efficacy of Masgutova
neuro-sensory-motor and reflex integration.

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

Section 1. new text begin STUDY AND REPORT; EFFICACY OF MASGUTOVA
NEURO-SENSORY-MOTOR AND REFLEX INTEGRATION.
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new text begin (a) The commissioner of health, in consultation with the commissioners of human services
and commerce, shall survey available research and evidence from a range of sources to
determine the efficacy of Masgutova neuro-sensory-motor and reflex integration (MNRI)
in using programs of motor reflex and sensory system integration to treat conditions
experienced by physically and emotionally traumatized children and individuals with reflex
integration disorders, including behavioral, sensory, and motor disorders. In studying MNRI,
the commissioners shall examine the extent to which MNRI is effective in treating
neurodevelopmental, psychological, and learning challenges, such as dyslexia, attention
deficit disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety,
autism spectrum disorder, and behavioral disorders; impairments in speech, language, or
swallowing; and other conditions determined by the commissioners. Based on this survey
and examination, the commissioners shall develop recommendations on whether to include
MNRI in the benefit set for medical assistance and MinnesotaCare, and whether to require
health carriers to provide coverage for MNRI.
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new text begin (b) This study shall be conducted in consultation with a working group of stakeholders,
including MNRI practitioners and individuals, families, and health care providers who have
experience with MNRI.
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new text begin (c) By January 15, 2018, the commissioner of health shall submit a report on the results
of the study and recommendations to the chairs and ranking minority members of the house
of representatives and senate committees with jurisdiction over insurance and health and
human services policy and finance.
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