HF385: Involuntarily Committed Individuals

Requires an individual who has been involuntarily committed for a substance use disorder or serious mental impairment be referred to the behavioral health administrative services organization (BH ASO) prior to discharge for system navigation. Requires the provider to provide 15 days of medication (all medications - not just BH meds) upon discharge. Providers are instructed to bill for medication not covered by Medicaid or private insurance to the BH system.

Senate Committee Amendment: Changes enactment date to January 1, 2026 to give the system time to be put into place before making additional changes like this. Not moved to UFB Calendar, so likely ineligible for debate in 2025.