Relating to the provision of certain information about physicians and nurses making determinations regarding requests for preauthorization of health care services or supplies.
SB 2012 requires health insurance companies to include specific information in written preauthorization decisions for medical services or supplies. This includes the physician or nurse's signature, full name, unique provider ID, credentials (like board certification), attestation about their training and lack of conflicts of interest, and the time spent reviewing the case. The law applies to preauthorization requests made on or after January 1, 2026, affecting insurers and healthcare providers involved in these decisions. It takes effect September 1, 2025.
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Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 6, 2025
Last action Mar 17, 2025
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Mar 17, 2025
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Referred to Health & Human Services
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Mar 17, 2025
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Donna Campbell
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