Human services: medical services; coverage for prosthetics; expand. Amends sec. 109 of 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.109).
Key claim: A Michigan Senate bill would expand Medicaid coverage for prosthetic devices by amending the state’s medical-services statute.
Abstract
(SB1142 · 103rd Legislature) Human services: medical services; coverage for prosthetics; expand. Amends sec. 109 of 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.109). Sponsor: Sen. Kevin Hertel (D) + 1 co-sponsor In committee: S Health Policy Latest action (2026-09-09): Referred To Committee On Health Policy
Why this matters
Prosthetic devices are a high-cost benefit category where Medicaid coverage scope directly determines whether low-income Michiganders with limb loss or other prosthetic needs can obtain necessary devices. Expanding sec. 109 coverage would shift costs from enrollees (and charitable programs) to the Medicaid program, while broadening the benefit floor available to beneficiaries.