This bill proposes to amend existing statutes by adding provisions that prohibit health care insurers, including hospital service corporations, medical service corporations, health care services organizations, and disability insurers, from imposing reimbursement rates for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) that differ from those for licensed physicians. Specifically, it establishes that any subscription contract or evidence of coverage issued, amended, or renewed on or after the effective date of the legislation must ensure equal reimbursement rates for CRNAs and physicians licensed under Arizona law.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that these provisions do not prevent insurers from establishing variable reimbursement rates based on quality or performance-based measures. This means that while the base reimbursement rates must be equal, insurers retain the ability to adjust rates based on the quality of care provided or other performance metrics. Overall, the bill aims to ensure equitable treatment of CRNAs in terms of reimbursement while allowing for performance-based adjustments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 20-841.14, 20-1057.21, 20-1376.11, 20-1406.11, 32-1634.04
House Engrossed Version: 20-841.14, 20-1057.21, 20-1376.11, 20-1406.11, 32-1634.04