The proposed bill mandates that healthcare insurers provide coverage for healthcare services delivered in mobile units. It introduces a new section to the Arkansas Code, specifically 23-79-169, which defines key terms such as "health benefit plan," "healthcare insurer," "healthcare provider," "healthcare service," and "mobile unit." The bill stipulates that coverage must be provided for services rendered in mobile units, as long as these services are billed correctly and are otherwise covered in different service locations.
Additionally, the bill requires that the cost-sharing requirements for services provided in mobile units must be at least as favorable as those for the same services provided in other settings. This ensures that subscribers are not penalized with higher out-of-pocket costs when receiving care in mobile units compared to traditional healthcare facilities. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance access to healthcare services by ensuring equitable coverage for mobile healthcare delivery.