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MI HB4135
Bill
Status
12/28/2018
Primary Sponsor
Edward Canfield
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AI Summary
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Prohibits insurers and health maintenance organizations from requiring physicians in family practice, internal medicine, or pediatrics to hold national or regional certifications as a condition for claim payment or reimbursement, unless the certification is specifically required for licensure under Michigan's public health code.
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Applies to health insurance policies issued under chapter 34 and health maintenance organization contracts under chapter 35 that are delivered, issued, or renewed in Michigan.
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Takes effect immediately upon approval, with the governor's signature on December 24, 2018.
Legislative Description
Insurance; health benefits; insurer or health maintenance organization requiring physicians to hold certain certifications before paying or reimbursing claims; prohibit unless specifically required for licensure. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 2212d.
State agencies (existing): insurance and financial services
Last Action
Presented To The Governor 12/21/2018 @ 3:02 Pm
12/28/2018