Missouri § 198.139 - Medicaid moneys not to be used for other purposes.
Full text of Missouri Revised Statutes of Missouri § 198.139 — Medicaid moneys not to be used for other purposes., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 198.139. Medicaid moneys not to be used for other purposes.
A health care provider or vendor shall not knowingly use any moneys paid to him under Medicaid for services provided to any resident for any purpose other than that permitted by the provisions of chapter 208 or state regulations or federal regulations or statutes governing Medicaid reimbursement.
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(L. 1979 S.B. 328, et al. § 45)
Effective 7-1-79
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Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 198.139
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 198.139 cover?
Section 198.139 ("Medicaid moneys not to be used for other purposes.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. 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 Missouri § 198.139?
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Is this the official text of Missouri law?
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