1. (1) As used in this section:

   1. (a) “Child abuse assessment” has the meaning given that term in ORS 418.782.
   2. (b) “Children’s advocacy center” has the meaning given that term in ORS 418.782.
   3. (c) “Forensic interview” has the meaning given that term in ORS 418.782.

2. (2) The Oregon Health Authority shall reimburse a children’s advocacy center for the services the center provides:

   1. (a) In conducting a child abuse assessment of a child who is eligible for medical assistance; and

   2. (b) That are related to the child abuse assessment including, but not limited to:

      1. (A) A forensic interview; and
      2. (B) Mental health treatment.
3. (3) The authority shall adopt billing and payment mechanisms to ensure that the reimbursement is proportionate to the scope and intensity of the services provided by the children’s advocacy center.

[2015 c.100 §2; 2019 c.141 §14]