This bill proposes amendments to section 20-3117 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically addressing the timely payment of claims. The current law mandates that health insurers include a notice in each explanation of benefits related to noncontracted health care providers. The bill adds a stipulation that this requirement applies only to claims not subject to independent dispute resolution under the No Surprises Act.

Additionally, the bill modifies the existing language regarding disputes over surprise out-of-network bills. It clarifies that the requirement for health care providers, their representatives, or billing companies to provide written notice of the dispute resolution process applies only to disputes that are not subject to independent dispute resolution under the No Surprises Act. This change aims to streamline the process and ensure that enrollees are informed about their rights and options in specific situations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 20-3117