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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to reduce health care costs through improved medication management. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to reduce healthcare costs through improved medication management. It establishes requirements and restrictions on the use of step therapy protocols by insurance providers, including that clinical review criteria must be based on evidence-based clinical practice guidelines developed through a transparent process. The bill also requires insurance providers to have a clear and accessible process for patients and prescribers to request an exception to the step therapy protocol. The provisions apply to all health insurance policies issued or renewed on or after January 1, 20XX.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 04/30/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S551 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S551.pdf |
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