Bill > HB2205

This bill modifies the rules governing contracts between the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), which are entities that manage healthcare services for Oregon's Medicaid population. The bill requires that initial contracts between OHA and CCOs be the same length for all organizations and last at least five years. It allows contract amendments under specific circumstances, such as mutual agreement or changes in federal or state law, and limits the frequency of such amendments. The bill also establishes notification requirements for contract changes and renewals, including provisions for how a CCO can terminate its contract and the steps it must take to transition members to another organization. Additionally, the bill extends existing CCO contracts to December 31, 2026, unless further extended by the authority. The changes aim to provide more stability and predictability in the healthcare contracting process while maintaining flexibility for necessary modifications and ensuring continuity of care for Medicaid recipients.