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ND HB1407
Bill
Status
2/20/2017
Primary Sponsor
Al Carlson
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AI Summary
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Limits the initial and renewal terms of fully insured uniform group insurance contracts for hospital, medical, and prescription drug coverage to a maximum of two years.
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Allows the board to renew a contract without soliciting competitive bids if the carrier's performance meets expectations and the proposed premium renewal amount does not exceed the board's expectations.
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Requires the board to use an independent consultant to prepare a concurrent renewal estimate for comparison purposes.
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Mandates the board review carrier performance metrics including payment accuracy, claim processing time, member service center metrics, and wellness program participation levels.
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Requires the board to specify its reasons in writing if it determines to solicit a competitive bid due to unsatisfactory carrier performance or premium renewal amounts exceeding expectations.
Legislative Description
The term of the public employee uniform group insurance contract for health benefits coverage; and to provide for application.
Last Action
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 1 nays 43
3/31/2017