Pennsylvania SB1504 establishes an independent dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities and hospitals.

Pennsylvania SB1504 amends Title 35 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish an independent dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities and hospitals. The bill designates Pennsylvania's Quality Improvement Organization as the independent dispute resolution agent for long-term care facilities, with alternative arrangements if necessary. Hospitals can opt for an independent dispute resolution process on a fee-for-service basis, choosing between desk, telephone, or in-person reviews.

Pennsylvania SB1504 establishes an independent dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities and hospitals.

Pennsylvania SB1504 amends Title 35 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish an independent dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities and hospitals. The bill designates Pennsylvania's Quality Improvement Organization as the independent dispute resolution agent for long-term care facilities, with alternative arrangements if necessary. Hospitals can opt for an independent dispute resolution process on a fee-for-service basis, choosing between desk, telephone, or in-person reviews.