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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending title 20, chapter 20, article 1, arizona revised statutes, by adding sections 20-3104 and 20-3105; relating to timely payment of health care insurance claims.
AI Summary
This bill requires health care insurers in Arizona to provide specific contact information and timely responses when they deny a patient's claim or a request for prior authorization, which is a pre-approval from the insurer for certain medical services. Specifically, insurers must offer a phone number or email address for a department that can explain the denial and answer questions, and they must provide a substantive response to those questions within two business days of receiving them. These new requirements are intended to improve transparency and communication between insurers and patients regarding claim and prior authorization decisions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Rules (13:00:00 3/2/2026 HHR 4) (on 03/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/83864 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/04/2026 Caucus & COW | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/536111 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 01/29/2026 Health & Human Services | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/535381 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2194p.htm |
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