The bill seeks to modernize Washington State's all-payer claims database by updating reporting requirements, data disclosure standards, and the selection criteria for the lead organization managing the database. It allows the health care authority to either act as the lead organization or select one through a competitive procurement process, ensuring that the chosen organization possesses the necessary expertise in health care data management. The bill emphasizes data security and privacy, mandating that patient identifiers are released only in compliance with established terms. Additionally, it requires the lead organization to develop a financial sustainability plan and establish advisory committees with diverse stakeholders from the health care sector.

Significant changes include the removal of the definition of "proprietary financial information" from current law, which previously encompassed specific terms related to contracts and reimbursement arrangements. The bill also introduces new protocols for data requests, requiring detailed information about the requester's identity and purpose, while emphasizing the confidentiality of claims data. It mandates annual reports from the lead organization to the health care authority and allows for public comment on these reports, enhancing transparency. The bill also requires a review of state and federal transparency programs by December 31, 2025, and outlines the authority's responsibility to collaborate with stakeholders to improve the state common measure set. The provisions are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.371.010, 43.371.020, 43.371.050, 43.371.060, 43.371.070, 43.371.090
Engrossed Bill: 43.371.010, 43.371.020, 43.371.050, 43.371.060, 43.371.070, 43.371.090
Bill as Passed Legislature: 43.371.010, 43.371.020, 43.371.050, 43.371.060, 43.371.070, 43.371.090
Session Law: 43.371.010, 43.371.020, 43.371.050, 43.371.060, 43.371.070, 43.371.090