An Act providing for approval from the Department of Health and the Office of Attorney General before certain transactions involving health care entities within this Commonwealth.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This act, titled the Health System Protection Act, requires the Department of Health and the Office of Attorney General to approve certain transactions involving health care entities within Pennsylvania. These transactions, known as ‘covered transactions,’ include sales, leases, or changes in control of health care facilities or entities. The bill establishes a process where health care entities must file details of the transaction, undergo a 60-day review period, and potentially face public input. The Attorney General can determine if a transaction is against the public interest, potentially blocking it or requiring modifications to protect competition, quality of care, and access to services. It also establishes a process for monitoring compliance with any agreed-upon conditions.
Key provisions
- Requires Department of Health and Office of Attorney General approval for certain health care transactions.
- Defines ‘covered transactions’ including asset sales, control changes, and capital distributions.
- Establishes a 60-day waiting period for review of covered transactions.
- Allows for public hearings on proposed transactions.
- Defines ‘against the public interest’ as impacting competition, costs, quality of care, access, or rural/disadvantaged communities.
- Creates a process for the Attorney General to determine if a transaction is against the public interest and to seek injunctive relief.
- Provides for confidentiality of information related to covered transactions.
- Establishes a monitoring period for transactions approved with conditions.
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David Delloso
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