(a) To ensure appropriate delivery of mental health and substance abuse services, the commission shall regularly evaluate program contractors and subcontractors that provide or arrange for the services for persons enrolled in:
(1) the Medicaid managed care program; and
(2) the state child health plan program.
(b) The commission shall monitor:
(1) penetration rates, as they relate to mental health and substance abuse services provided by or through contractors and subcontractors;
(2) utilization rates, as they relate to mental health and substance abuse services provided by or through contractors and subcontractors; and
(3) provider networks used by contractors and subcontractors to provide mental health or substance abuse services.


Text of section effective until April 01, 2025