§ 20-15-1904 - Program for prevention of colorectal cancer. [Contingent effective date.] - Arkansas Statutes

20-15-1904. Program for prevention of colorectal cancer. [Contingent effective date.]

(a) There is created in the Department of Health the Arkansas Colorectal Cancer Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment Program if funds are available.

(b) The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences may collaborate with the department in conducting the program.

(c) (1) The program shall be designed in conformity with federal law and regulations regarding a program for prevention, early detection, and treatment of colorectal cancer.

(2) Funds shall not be used to supplant funds already available for prevention, early detection, and treatment of colorectal cancer.

(d) A contract may be made under this subchapter only if:

(1) In providing screenings for colorectal cancer, priority is given to low-income individuals who lack adequate coverage under health insurance and health plans for screenings for colorectal cancer;

(2) Screenings are carried out as preventive health measures in accordance with evidence-based screening guidelines and procedures;

(3) A payment made through the program for a screening procedure will not exceed the amount specified under federal law and regulations regarding a grant program for prevention, early detection, and treatment of colorectal cancer;

(4) Funds will not be spent to make payment for any item or service if that payment has been made or can reasonably be expected to be made:

(A) Under a state compensation program, an insurance policy, or a federal or state health benefits program; or

(B) By an entity that provides health services on a prepaid basis; and

(5) Fiscal controls and fund accounting procedures are established to ensure proper disbursal of and accounting for amounts received under this subchapter.

(e) Upon request, the department shall provide records maintained under this subchapter to the appropriate federal oversight agency.

(f) The program shall be implemented statewide.