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WA HB1639
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Adam Bernbaum
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AI Summary
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Medicare Advantage plans in Washington must disclose their claims denial rate (as a percentage), the percentage of denied claims granted on appeal, and the appeals process for coverage denials
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Disclosures must be provided to potential enrollees before enrollment and to current enrollees upon request
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Violations are classified as unfair or deceptive acts under Washington's Consumer Protection Act (chapter 19.86 RCW)
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Creates a new chapter in Title 19 RCW (Business Regulations)
Legislative Description
Requiring entities offering medicare advantage coverage in Washington to provide certain disclosures to consumers.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Health Care and Wellness1/28/2025
Full Bill Text
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