Mississippi Patient Protection Act of 2026 ensures patients can choose their healthcare providers and prohibits insurers from penalizing providers.
The Mississippi Patient Protection Act of 2026 aims to ensure patients can choose their healthcare providers. It prohibits health insurers from imposing monetary advantages or penalties that would affect a beneficiary's choice among participating providers. The act mandates that insurers cannot discriminate against providers willing to meet participation terms. The Commissioner of Insurance is tasked with enforcing these laws and can seek injunctions against insurers. The act also allows affected individuals to sue for injunctive relief.
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