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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring certain entities to provide reimbursement to health care providers in a manner that meets the annual primary care investment targets established by the State on or after February 1, 2026; and requiring certain entities to provide a description of the entity's progress in meeting the annual primary care investment targets to the Maryland Insurance Commissioner when filing a premium rate or premium rate change with the Commissioner.
AI Summary
This bill requires health insurance carriers, including insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and health maintenance organizations, to ensure their reimbursement to healthcare providers meets state-established annual primary care investment targets starting on or after February 1, 2026. Additionally, when filing premium rates or changes with the Maryland Insurance Commissioner, these carriers must now provide a description of their progress in meeting these primary care investment targets, which are intended to increase investment in primary care services.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred Finance (on 02/27/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0494?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0494t.pdf |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/votes_comm/hb0494_hlt.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0494f.pdf |
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