Texas Human Resources Code

§ 32.03126 — REIMBURSEMENT FOR CHILDHOOD CRANIAL REMOLDING ORTHOSIS

HR § 32.03126Title 2. HUMAN SERVICES AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES IN GENERAL · Part C. ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS · Ch. 32. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM · Art. B. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS

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(a)In this section, "cranial remolding orthosis" means a custom-fitted or custom-fabricated medical device that is applied to the head to correct a deformity, improve function, or relieve symptoms of a structural cranial disease.

(b)The commission shall ensure medical assistance reimbursement is provided to cover in full the cost of a cranial remolding orthosis for a child who is a medical assistance recipient and has been diagnosed with:

(1)craniosynostosis; or

(2)plagiocephaly or brachycephaly if the child:

(A)is not less than three months of age and not more than 18 months of age;

(B)has had documented failure to respond to conservative therapy for at least two months; and

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Legislative history

Added by Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 719 (H.B. 426), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2025.