An Act to Ensure Ongoing Access to Medications and Care for Chronic Conditions by Changing Requirements for Prior Authorizations

This bill changes rules for prior authorizations for health care services and prescriptions, especially for chronic conditions or long-term care. It makes prior authorizations valid for at least one year, or for up to five years for ongoing treatments. The bill also prevents new health plans from immediately restricting coverage for services or prescriptions that were previously approved, requiring 90 days' notice before any changes.

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