First Reader Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the ""Georgia Medical Assistance Act of 1977,"" so as to provide for a pilot program of medical assistance accounts for recipients of medical assistance; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative purpose; to provide for definitions; to provide for program eligibility; to provide for program administration and contracts; to provide for charges; to provide for benefits and explanations relating thereto; to provide for terms, conditions, and procedures regarding medical assistance accounts; to provide for fund payments, refunds, and vouchers; to provide for investments; to provide for reimbursements; to require preventive care; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Code Sections Amended

49-4-152 \ 50-5-67