Bill > S0046

This bill establishes new regulations for state health insurance plans, Medicaid, managed care plans, individual health insurers, and health maintenance organizations (HMOs) regarding nurse registries and home health agencies. Specifically, the bill prohibits these entities from restricting participants, recipients, enrollees, policyholders, and subscribers from obtaining care from nonparticipating or out-of-network licensed nurse registries or home health agencies licensed under part III of chapter 400. The bill further prevents these organizations from steering, requiring, or unduly influencing the selection of nurse registries or home health agencies. Additionally, the legislation mandates that nonparticipating or out-of-network nurse registries and home health agencies must be reimbursed at the same rate as in-network providers for equivalent services. These provisions apply to various types of health insurance plans, including state group health insurance, Medicaid, managed care plans, individual health insurance policies, and HMOs. The bill aims to provide more flexibility and choice for patients in selecting their healthcare providers and ensure fair compensation for out-of-network services. The new regulations will take effect on July 1, 2026.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/46