Senate Bill 1001, also known as House Bill 1078, amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance the requirements for group health plans and health insurance issuers regarding the submission of electronic health insurance claims data. Specifically, it modifies Section 56-2-125(f)(1) by deleting the existing subdivision (A) and replacing it with a new provision that mandates these entities to provide electronic claims data for state residents to the commissioner or a designated entity authorized by the commissioner. This submission must adhere to the standards and procedures recommended by the Tennessee health information committee and adopted by the commissioner through rulemaking.

The bill is designed to improve the efficiency and accuracy of health insurance claims processing in Tennessee, thereby benefiting both the state and its residents. It is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of its implementation for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 56-2-125(f)(1), 56-2-125