Health Data Access, Transparency, and Affordability Act of 2026 ensures plan fiduciaries have access to de-identified health claims information.
The Health Data Access, Transparency, and Affordability Act of 2026 amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to ensure plan fiduciaries have access to de-identified information relating to health claims. It mandates that all claims and encounter information be provided to group health plans in real time through specified formats. The bill also prohibits agreements that limit access to this information and allows the Secretary of Labor to assess civil penalties for violations.
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