Bill > HB1368

This bill establishes a special legislative committee to conduct an in-depth study of primary care providers (PCPs) in New Hampshire, with a particular focus on rural areas and healthcare access challenges. The committee will consist of seven members - four from the House of Representatives and three from the Senate - who will be appointed by their respective leadership. The committee's comprehensive duties include assessing the current status of PCPs, analyzing provider-to-patient ratios, examining reimbursement rates and revenue challenges, investigating electronic health record impacts, studying workforce trends, and comparing commercial pricing across different types of healthcare providers. Specific tasks include determining the financial stability of independent PCPs, analyzing service volumes, identifying barriers to care, and comparing reimbursement rates between different types of providers (such as independent practices versus hospital-affiliated clinics). The committee is required to compile detailed data on at-risk providers and produce a comprehensive report with findings and legislative recommendations by November 1, 2026. The first committee meeting must occur within 45 days of the act's passage, with four members constituting a quorum, and the committee will elect its own chairperson from among its members.

Health and Social Services

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