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AR SB807
Bill
Status
Failed
4/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jonathan Dismang
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AI Summary
- Creates the "Accountable Care Organization Act of 2011" requiring that medical decisions be based on professional judgment prioritizing patient interests rather than commercial interests
- Defines accountable care organizations as groups of health care providers serving a defined patient population while sharing in savings from improved quality and reduced costs
- Requires accountable care organizations to be formed as separate legal entities with boards of directors elected by participating health care professionals, with at least 50% physician membership
- Amends Arkansas Code § 20-9-501 to recognize accountable care organization peer review committees alongside hospital medical staff and professional association committees for evaluating health care quality and cost
- Declares an emergency effective upon Governor approval, bill expiration of veto period, or veto override to ensure immediate implementation of accountable care organization protections
Legislative Description
To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning Accountable Care Organizations And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
Senate Sine Die adjournment
4/27/2011
Committee Referrals
Public Health, Welfare and Labor3/29/2011
Public Health, Welfare And Labor3/7/2011
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