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HI SR80
Resolution
Status
3/10/2010
Primary Sponsor
Clarence Nishihara
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AI Summary
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Requests the Governor develop proposed legislation mandating minimum standards for specialty networks in managed care plans under Hawaii's QUEST and QUEST Expanded Access programs.
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Requires managed care plans to certify they have contracted networks meeting established standards prior to receiving contract awards to protect beneficiaries and providers.
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Mandates that plans provide access to transportation, translation, and outreach services in federally designated Medically Underserved Areas in a timely manner.
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Specifies that QUEST Expanded Access plans must meet additional requirements for case management agencies, nursing facilities, and long-term care services.
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Directs the Governor to involve appropriate executive branch agencies and personnel in developing the proposed legislation and requires notification to the Governor and Director of Human Services.
Legislative Description
Managed Care; California
Last Action
(S) Report adopted, as amended (SD 1) and referred to CPN.
4/9/2010