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KY SB311
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Meredith
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AI Summary
- Prohibits health insurers from modifying provider reimbursement, payment methodology, fee schedules, or claim adjudication terms through provider manuals or policy updates; any such changes require written amendment signed by both parties
- Requires insurers to provide at least 90 days' notice for material contract changes that decrease provider payment or significantly increase administrative expenses
- Material changes affecting provider network inclusion or membership in new/modified insurance products require written provider acceptance via signature and must be sent by certified mail
- Providers may object in writing within 30 days to other material changes, triggering a 30-day negotiation period; if no agreement is reached, parties have 30 additional days to terminate the contract
- Notice of proposed material changes must be sent in an orange envelope marked "ATTENTION! CONTRACT AMENDMENT ENCLOSED!" in 14-point boldface Times New Roman font; applies to contracts entered into or renewed after the effective date
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to health insurer contracts with participating providers.
Insurance, Health
Last Action
to Committee on Committees (S)
3/2/2026
Committee Referrals
Committee on Committees3/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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