An Act To Lower Health Insurance Costs, Reduce Barriers To Health Care And Ensure Fair Prices For Health Care
The Bill was in the possession of the House when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)
Summary
The bill would cap how much Maine hospitals can raise prices each year and limit any single service charge to 200% of the Medicare rate. It also requires prior authorizations for chronic‑condition care to stay valid for a year and limits how often they can be renewed, while obligating insurers to report detailed utilization and payment trends. The goal is to lower insurance costs, improve price transparency, and protect consumers.
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