Bill > SB548

This bill enhances protections for individuals covered by health insurance when their health carrier, which is an insurance company that provides health coverage, terminates a contract with a healthcare provider, such as a doctor or hospital. Specifically, it allows the Insurance Commissioner to hold an informational public hearing if a health carrier ends a contract that affects 1,000 or more patients, focusing on the impact on access to care. The bill also mandates that health carriers provide patients with a standardized notice within five business days of a contract termination, informing them about their rights, including continued access to their current provider for 60 days after the termination date, and outlining how to transition their care. This standardized notice process aims to ensure patients receive clear information about contract terminations and their options.

Health and Social Services

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