HF1935 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Reimbursement rates for long-term ambulatory electrocardiogram monitoring services provided by diagnostic testing facilities raised.

Related bill: SF1497

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This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1935), authored by Representatives Backer and Bierman, seeks to increase reimbursement rates for long-term ambulatory electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring services provided by diagnostic testing facilities. Specifically, it amends Minnesota Statutes section 256B.76 by adding a new subdivision that defines these services as the use of external cardiac patch monitoring devices for at least 48 hours to detect heart arrhythmias.

Effective January 1, 2026 (or upon federal approval, whichever is later), the bill mandates that the Minnesota commissioner must reimburse diagnostic testing facilities for these services at a rate of at least 100% of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule rate. The goal is to ensure adequate compensation for facilities providing these vital cardiac monitoring services, which can help detect conditions that might lead to stroke, cardiac arrest, or other serious health issues.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 05, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHealth Finance and Policy
March 13, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added
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