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WV HB4569

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dave Foggin

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows health insurance prior authorization forms to be submitted via fax in addition to electronic portals, with fax numbers required on insurer websites and insurance cards
  • Requires insurers to provide status updates on prior authorization requests through either the portal or fax
  • Maintains existing response timelines: 5 business days for routine requests, 2 business days for urgent care situations
  • Applies to incomplete submission notifications and peer review transfers, which must occur within 2 business days of fax or electronic receipt
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage during the 2026 legislative session

Legislative Description

Updating law regarding prior authorizations

Insurance

Last Action

To House Health and Human Resources

1/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Resources1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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