Tenncare

This bill proposes to increase the reimbursement rate for ambulance service providers from 67.5% to 110% of the allowable charges set by the federal Medicare program. It also aims to remove the existing Ground Ambulance Service Provider Assessment Act from state law. Essentially, it seeks to provide more financial support to ambulance services in Tennessee.

TN SB1805 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Paul Bailey (R), currently “Introduced” since January 20, 2026.

We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 196 of them sponsored by Paul Bailey.

Supporters of the bill argue that increasing reimbursement rates will help ensure that ambulance services remain financially viable, allowing them to continue providing essential emergency care to communities. They believe this change will improve patient access to necessary medical transport and support the sustainability of local healthcare services.

Critics of the bill may argue that increasing reimbursement rates could put additional strain on the state's budget and divert funds from other important health programs. They might also express concern that eliminating the Ground Ambulance Service Provider Assessment Act could undermine accountability and oversight of ambulance services in Tennessee.

The analysis of SB1805, which amends reimbursement rates for ambulance service providers under TennCare, reveals no direct conflicts of interest between the sponsor, Paul Bailey, and the bill's subject matter. While Bailey is a businessman and owner of multiple trucking-related companies, none of these interests appear to directly intersect with the ambulance service industry or the specific provisions of the bill. The increase in reimbursement rates primarily affects healthcare providers rather than transportation or trucking services, which are Bailey's primary business interests.

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