If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes by adding a new section to Title 20 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically section 20-243. The new law would prohibit health care insurers from reimbursing health professionals at different rates based on a covered individual's decision to refuse one or more vaccines, effective January 1, 2027. This change aims to ensure that reimbursement rates remain consistent regardless of an individual's vaccination status.

Additionally, the bill would define key terms related to the new section, including "covered individual," "health care insurer," and "health professional," with the latter being aligned with the existing definition in section 32-3201. These insertions clarify the scope and application of the new law, ensuring that it is comprehensively understood within the context of health insurance practices in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 20-243
Senate Engrossed Version: 20-243