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This bill requires the New Hampshire Insurance Department to conduct a comprehensive analysis of compliance with two specific state laws (RSA 420-E and RSA 420-J) related to managed care and medical utilization review. The department must collaborate with practicing community physicians from every county and health systems to assess how well insurers and insurance carriers are following these regulations. By November 1, 2026, the Insurance Department must produce a detailed report that not only evaluates current compliance but also recommends appropriate penalties for insurers found to be non-compliant. The report will be distributed to key state officials, including the Speaker of the House, Senate President, House and Senate Clerks, Governor, and State Library. While the bill does not provide additional funding, the Insurance Department estimates the comprehensive review could cost between $300,000 to $500,000 annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2029, paid from the General Fund. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, and the department acknowledges that this mandated review goes beyond their current investigative and enforcement processes.

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