131st MAINE LEGISLATURE
		LD 1383		LR 694(02)
	An Act to Regulate Insurance Carrier Prior Authorization Requirements for Physical and Occupational Therapy Services
	Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment " "
	Committee: Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services
	Fiscal Note Required: Yes
Fiscal Note
Minor cost increase - All funds
Fiscal Detail and Notes
	Any additional costs to the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, Bureau of Insurance and to the State Employee Health Plan associated with prohibiting health insurance carriers from requiring prior authorization for physical therapy, occupational therapy or chiropractice services for the first 12 visits of per episode of care are expected to be minor and can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.