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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require that accountable care organizations have a clear and transparent process to accept or deny certain health care providers. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to ensure consumer choice of health care providers by requiring accountable care organizations (ACOs) to have a clear and transparent process for accepting or denying certain health care providers in their networks. The bill prohibits ACOs from excluding providers licensed in the state from participating in their networks, as long as the providers are willing to meet the ACO's established terms and conditions of participation. If an ACO denies a provider's request to join its network, the ACO must provide the provider with a written explanation detailing the specific terms and conditions the provider does not satisfy. The Office of Patient Protection is empowered to enforce the provisions of this bill.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5160 (on 12/01/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H963 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H963.pdf |
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