HB1812

Requiring periodic evaluation of mental health access adequacy by an independent third party.

Introduced·12/18/25
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New Hampshire HB1812 mandates periodic evaluations of mental health access adequacy by an independent third party.

New Hampshire HB1812 requires health carriers to maintain networks sufficient in numbers, types, and geographic location of providers to ensure accessible services without unreasonable delay. The bill mandates the commissioner to adopt rules defining network adequacy, including waiting times for appointments, choice of providers, and geographic accessibility. It also outlines penalties for violations and requires annual reports on network adequacy. Every three years, an independent third party must review network adequacy, considering new appointment availability and other metrics.

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Calendar

Feb 4

1:00 PM

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Executive Session

Jan 22

2:15 PM

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Work Session

History

Feb 19

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5 P. 8

Feb 11

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/04/2026 (Vote 16-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 7 P. 6

Jan 29

House

Executive Session: 02/04/2026 01:00 pm GP 229