Medicaid ride providers would need state licenses starting in 2027

Beginning January 1, 2027, a person would need a Public Service Commission license to provide intrastate Medicaid nonemergency rides under the listed contracts. This applies to rides within Nebraska for Medicaid clients under contract with the Department of Health and Human Services, a Medicaid managed care organization under contract with the department, or an agent working for the department. The commission may approve an application if the person can properly provide the service and follow state law and commission rules. The commission may hold a hearing before issuing a license. The fee may not exceed $250; a license lasts one year and may be renewed annually. The licensing requirement would begin January 1, 2027.

Rates set by an agreement with a state agency would not be subject to Public Service Commission regulation. This covers rates for services provided by motor carriers and regulated motor carriers. The provision applies only to a rate determined by an agreement with a state agency.

A transportation network company or its driver would need a commission license to provide intrastate Medicaid nonemergency rides. This covers transportation network companies and their participating drivers. The license requirement applies to Medicaid rides within Nebraska.