HB 18-1112

HB 18-1112 is a Colorado law that requires health insurance plans to cover healthcare services provided by pharmacists in areas where there's a shortage of medical professionals. This applies if the same services are already covered when they're provided by doctors or nurse practitioners. The bill aims to improve access to care in underserved regions by allowing more people to receive necessary healthcare from qualified pharmacists. Since it has been signed, this law is now active and health insurance plans must comply with its requirements.

Official Summary

The bill requires a health benefit plan to provide coverage for health care services provided by a pharmacist if: The services are provided within a health professional shortage area; and The health benefit plan provides coverage for the same services provided by a licensed physician or advanced practice nurse.(Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.) , Read More

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