SB 255
Board of Risk and Insurance Management rule relating to Preferred Medical Liability and High Risk Medical Liability Program
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
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- Became Law
Bill overview
Senate Bill 255 authorizes the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to create a detailed rule set, specifically for the Preferred Medical Liability and High Risk Medical Liability Program. This rule set will operate under Chapter 115, CSR 06. The bill aims to provide clearer guidelines and regulations for these programs, which likely relate to how healthcare providers are covered for medical malpractice claims.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Board of Risk and Insurance Management to develop a legislative rule.
- The rule will pertain to the Preferred Medical Liability and High Risk Medical Liability Program.
- The rule is governed by Chapter 115, CSR 06.
- The authorization is based on §29-12-5 of the West Virginia Code.
Who is affected
- Healthcare providers
- The Board of Risk and Insurance Management
- Insurance companies (involved in these programs)
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