Texas SB2573 amends the Insurance Code to require vision care plan issuers to provide a streamlined application process for optometrists and.

SB2573 amends the Texas Insurance Code to facilitate the participation of optometrists and therapeutic optometrists in managed care plans offering vision benefits. It mandates that vision care plan issuers must offer an online application process for these professionals to join their provider networks. The application can only request standardized information or details from existing contracts. Once an application is submitted and meets the plan's requirements, the issuer must electronically deliver a contract within five days, including reimbursement schedules and manuals.

Texas SB2573 amends the Insurance Code to require vision care plan issuers to provide a streamlined application process for optometrists and.

SB2573 amends the Texas Insurance Code to facilitate the participation of optometrists and therapeutic optometrists in managed care plans offering vision benefits. It mandates that vision care plan issuers must offer an online application process for these professionals to join their provider networks. The application can only request standardized information or details from existing contracts. Once an application is submitted and meets the plan's requirements, the issuer must electronically deliver a contract within five days, including reimbursement schedules and manuals.