Requires health insurers that utilize prior authorization to reduce burdensome delays in approving and in making payments for covered healthcare services. (gov sig)
Provides for the payment of health insurance claims prior to the credentialing of a healthcare provider
Provides relative to requirements for certain public-private partnerships. (gov sig)
Provides with respect to the Health Care Employment Reinvestment Opportunity (H.E.R.O.) Fund (EN SEE FISC NOTE)
Provides access for patients of hospitals and residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other adult residential care homes to members of the clergy who volunteer to minister and provide religious sacraments and services, counseling, and mental health support during COVID-19 and other public health emergencies (Item #28)
Requires certain mental health providers to be licensed under the Behavioral Health Services Provider Licensing Law
Amends laws relative to home health care
Provides relative to health profession licensing board membership. (8/1/18)