• Legislation Amendment: The document is an act amending section 409.905 of the Florida Statutes, related to home health care services1.
• Advanced Practice Providers: It authorizes advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants to order or write prescriptions for certain Medicaid services.
• Service Restrictions: Home health services are payable only if medically necessary and meet specific criteria, including being ordered by a physician, advanced practice registered nurse, or physician assistant.
• Effective Date: The act is set to take effect on July 1, 20242.

This act aims to expand the scope of providers who can authorize home health services for Medicaid recipients, with an emphasis on ensuring medical necessity and proper authorization.