131st MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1383 LR 694(01)
An Act to Regulate Insurance Carrier Prior Authorization Requirements for Physical and Occupational Therapy Services
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Sen. Brenner of Cumberland
Committee: Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services
Fiscal Note Required: No
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
Minor cost increase - All funds
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Additional costs to the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, Bureau of Insurance and to the State Employee Health Plan associated with the prior authorization requirements for physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic services and physical medicine and rehabilitation services are expected to be minor and can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.