(1) As used in this section, unless the context otherwise requires: (a) 'Peer support professional' has the same meaning as defined in section 27-60-108 (2)(b).(b) 'Recovery support services organization' has the same meaning as defined in section 27-60-108 (2)(c).(2) Subject to available appropriations and to the extent permitted under federal law, the medical assistance program pursuant to this article 5 and articles 4 and 6 of this title 25.5 includes peer support professional services provided to members through a recovery support services organization. Peer support professional services must not be provided to members until federal approval has been obtained.Amended by 2024 Ch. 152,§ 53, eff. 8/7/2024.Added by 2021 Ch. 256, § 2, eff. 9/7/2021.L. 2021: Entire section added, (HB 21-1021), ch. 1509, p. 1509, § 2, effective September 7.2024 Ch. 152, was passed without a safety clause. See Colo. Const. art. V, § 1(3). 2021 Ch. 256, was passed without a safety clause. See Colo. Const. art. V, § 1(3).
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