Sec. 223. Outreach to targeted populations

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Section 1932(b) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1396u–2(b) ) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: Each contract with a managed care entity under section 1903(m) or under section 1905(t)(3) shall require the entity to provide and pay for language services, including oral interpretation and written translation services, for an individual and the parent or guardian of such individual who is eligible for medical assistance under the State plan under this title and is enrolled with the entity and is limited English proficient when interacting with the entity or with any provider receiving payment from the entity.

Such language services shall be provided in conjunction with all covered items and services that are available to such individuals under the contract. . Section 1946 of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1396w–5 ) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: Out of any funds in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, there are appropriated to carry out this section $20,000,000, to remain available until expended. . The amendments made by this section take effect on the date of enactment of this subtitle.

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42 USC 1396u–2(b)
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Outreach to targeted populations

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