Rhode Island S2467 prohibits health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder.

Rhode Island S2467 amends the state's insurance laws to prohibit health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder services. This change aims to streamline access to necessary mental health and substance use disorder treatments by removing administrative barriers. The act also mandates that the Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner enforce this provision, including the ability to impose fines for violations. This legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Rhode Island S2467 prohibits health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder.

Rhode Island S2467 amends the state's insurance laws to prohibit health insurance providers from requiring preauthorization for in-network mental health or substance use disorder services. This change aims to streamline access to necessary mental health and substance use disorder treatments by removing administrative barriers. The act also mandates that the Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner enforce this provision, including the ability to impose fines for violations. This legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2027.