An Act relating to prior authorization requests for medical care covered by a health care insurer; relating to a prior authorization application programming interface; relating to step therapy; and providing for an effective date.
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Overview
This bill aims to improve how health insurers handle prior authorization requests for medical care and prescription drugs in Alaska. It establishes a process for submitting prior authorization requests electronically through an application programming interface, sets timeframes for insurer responses, and addresses ‘step therapy’ protocols – where patients must try certain drugs before others – to ensure more efficient and transparent healthcare decisions. The bill also includes provisions to protect patients from unnecessary delays and ensure fair access to necessary treatments.
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Senate Labor & Commerce
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