Michigan Compiled Laws
Act 499 of 2000 - Elder Prescription Insurance Coverage Act (550.2001 - 550.2009)
Section 550.2001 - Short Title; Intent; Establishment.

Sec. 1.
(1) This act shall be known and may be cited as the "elder prescription insurance coverage act".
(2) It is the intent of the legislature that the EPIC program defray the cost of obtaining medically necessary prescription drugs by elderly Michigan residents under the conditions specified in this act.
(3) The elder prescription insurance coverage program is established within the department of community health.
History: 2000, Act 499, Eff. Oct. 1, 2001

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Michigan Compiled Laws

Chapter 550 - General Insurance Laws

Act 499 of 2000 - Elder Prescription Insurance Coverage Act (550.2001 - 550.2009)

Section 550.2001 - Short Title; Intent; Establishment.

Section 550.2002 - Definitions.

Section 550.2003 - Epic Program; Provisions; Eligibility Requirements; Enrollment; Assessment for Medicaid; “Institution” Explained; Business With Not More Than 1 Employee and Less Than $200,000.00 in Assets.

Section 550.2004 - Expedited Enrollment Process; Temporary Eligibility Card or Voucher; Eligibility Requirements.

Section 550.2005 - Brand Name Drug; Copayment.

Section 550.2006 - Program Benefits; Duties of Department.

Section 550.2007 - Other Senior Focused Entities; Utilization and Assistance; Establishment of Advisory Committee.

Section 550.2008 - Reports.

Section 550.2009 - Program Not as Entitlement; Limitation on Benefits; Epic as Payer of Last Resort; Use of Automated System; Pharmacy Dispensing Fee.