SB1567 Summary: Transparency in Disclosure of Health Information Act

• Creates the "Transparency in Disclosure of Health Information Act" requiring health information organizations to publicly disclose their practices for sharing health information with health plans, including identification of recipient plans and purposes (payment, treatment, or healthcare operations).

• Requires health information organizations disclosing health information to health plans for payment or healthcare operations to limit disclosures to the minimum necessary amount as defined by federal law.

• Restricts health information organizations from disclosing health information to health plans except for individuals who are members or insured by that specific health plan.

• Classifies violations of the act as unfair trade practices under the Oklahoma Consumer Protection Act, making violators subject to its provisions and remedies, with individuals harmed by violations granted standing to pursue claims.

• Becomes effective November 1, 2016.