Kentucky lawmakers are taking up legislation focused on addressing early detection of sepsis. The measure relates to current Medicaid coverage in these cases.
Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction, secondary to infection. The legislation sets in statute, Medicaid coverage for the early diagnosis of sepsis. Committee testimony included reference to discussions nationally to limit coverage to more advanced sepsis as a cost saver. Russ Renallo is chief financial officer for Owensboro Health.
