Washington HB1639 mandates entities offering Medicare Advantage coverage to disclose specific information to consumers.

Washington HB1639 requires entities offering Medicare Advantage coverage to disclose their claims denial rate, the percentage of appeals granted, and the appeal process to enrollees and potential enrollees. These disclosures must be made prior to enrollment and upon request after enrollment. The bill applies the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW, to these practices.

Washington HB1639 mandates entities offering Medicare Advantage coverage to disclose specific information to consumers.

Washington HB1639 requires entities offering Medicare Advantage coverage to disclose their claims denial rate, the percentage of appeals granted, and the appeal process to enrollees and potential enrollees. These disclosures must be made prior to enrollment and upon request after enrollment. The bill applies the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW, to these practices.