What is JMT?
The Juvenile Medicaid Tracker (JMT) has been developed to meet the requirements of HB1630 and facilitate the exchange of information between Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and juvenile justice agencies as described in the Plan of Operation
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What is HB1630?
House Bill 1630, enacted during the 81st Texas Legislative Session, addresses the need for providing Medicaid or Children`s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage in a timely manner for youth transitioning back into their homes from out-of-home placements. This legislation directs the HHSC to ensure that each youth is assessed for eligibility for Medicaid and/or CHIP before being released from placement in a manner that will prevent gaps in coverage. It also holds local juvenile probation departments subject to the requirements of the MOU executed between TJJD and HHSC.
Eligibility Criteria for Medicaid Referrals:
Medicaid referrals should be submitted for youth that will be released to a household in the community and potentially eligible for Texas Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Please refer to Plan of Operation for more details.