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This resolution urges the Department of Human Services to increase reimbursement rates for primary care physicians who provide services to Med-QUEST recipients, which is Hawaii's Medicaid program. The resolution highlights that current baseline reimbursements in health insurance plans are low and do not offer cost of living increases or overhead reimbursements, and do not reflect physicians' years of experience. The document notes a significant decline in private medical practices in Hawaii, with only 10% of physicians now in private practice compared to 75% ten years ago. By increasing reimbursement rates, the resolution aims to ensure that primary care physicians can continue to serve Med-QUEST patients without experiencing financial hardship. The resolution requests that a certified copy be transmitted to the Director of Human Services, signaling an official recommendation to address the financial challenges facing primary care physicians who serve Medicaid patients.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SR&billnumber=191&year=2025