Phil Scott: “Our small state could benefit tremendously from nationally…”

“Third, we ask you to consider giving states relief from the IMD exclusion, which prohibits using Medicaid funds in mental health or treatment facilities of 16 or more beds. Finally, Our small state could benefit tremendously from nationally supported research in the areas of alternative pain treatment and from expanded coverage for alternative chronic pain management. In closing, I'd like to thank you for the opportunity to address this committee. We have made great progress over the years, but we have much more to do if …” (07:34–07:47)

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