Washington HB1743 establishes a reimbursement program for community-based health care providers in carceral settings.
Washington HB1743 creates a reimbursement program for community-based health care providers in carceral settings. The bill addresses the challenges these providers face in obtaining medical malpractice insurance and federal coverage. It aims to facilitate high-quality, low-cost health care for incarcerated individuals and improve outcomes upon release. The state will reimburse community-based health care providers for judgments or settlements exceeding $50,000 and related defense costs.
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