Mississippi § 43-12-17 - Transparency in Medicaid.
Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 43-12-17 — Transparency in Medicaid., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43-12-17. Transparency in Medicaid.
Following the precedent set by Medicare, the department shall electronically release to the public data that includes, but is not limited to the following: the provider’s name and office locations; a provider’s National Provider Identifier (NPI); the type of service provided by Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) code; and whether the service was performed in a facility or office setting. This public data shall also include the number of services, average submitted charges, average allowed amount, average Medicaid payment, and a count of unique beneficiaries treated. Nothing in this section shall be construed to require the department to publicly share protected information as defined by the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Source: official Mississippi text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 43-12-17
What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 43-12-17 cover?
Section 43-12-17 ("Transparency in Medicaid.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Mississippi § 43-12-17?
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