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CT SB00940
Bill
Status
3/1/2017
Primary Sponsor
Public Health Committee
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AI Summary
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The University of Connecticut Health Center must adopt a malpractice cost reduction program by January 1, 2019 using the communication and optimal resolution toolkit developed by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
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The Department of Public Health shall establish a working group to evaluate methods for reducing malpractice costs in the state, effective July 1, 2017.
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The working group shall include representatives from the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, Connecticut Hospital Association, physicians specializing in obstetrics/gynecology and radiology, a nursing home administrator, a hospital risk management program representative, and an insurance industry representative.
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The working group must submit its findings and recommendations to the Department of Public Health by January 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning A Reduction In Malpractice Costs.
Last Action
Vote to Hold Until Next Meeting
5/9/2017