§ 23-99-1102. Legislative findings and intent

AR Code § 23-99-1102 (2018) (N/A)
Copy with citation
Copy as parenthetical citation

(a) The General Assembly finds that:

(1) A physician-patient relationship is paramount and should not be subject to third-party intrusion; and

(2) Prior authorizations can place attempted cost savings ahead of optimal patient care.

(b) The General Assembly intends for this subchapter to:

(1) Ensure that prior authorizations do not hinder patient care or intrude on the practice of medicine; and

(2) Guarantee that prior authorizations include the use of written clinical criteria and reviews by appropriate physicians to secure a fair authorization review process for patients.