Prescription drugs; prohibiting insurer from modifying coverage under certain conditions; providing civil penalty; promulgating rules. Effective date.

Summary

The bill bars Oklahoma health insurers from raising premiums, co‑pays, or moving a drug to a higher tier once the drug was pre‑authorized, the patient has received it, and the doctor keeps prescribing it. Exceptions exist if the FDA raises safety concerns or the manufacturer warns of a discontinuance. Violations would incur a civil penalty set by the Insurance Commissioner.

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