Arkansas Statutes
§ 23-99-1102 — Legislative findings and intent
Arkansas·Title 23
(a)The General Assembly finds that:
(1)A physician-patient relationship is paramount and should not be subject to third-party intrusion; and (2) Prior authorizations can place attempted cost savings ahead of optimal patient care.
(b)The General Assembly intends for this subchapter to:
(1)Ensure that prior authorizations do not hinder patient care or intrude on the practice of medicine; and (2) Guarantee that prior authorizations include the use of written clinical criteria and reviews by appropriate physicians to secure a fair authorization review process for patients.
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Legislative History
Added by Act 2015, No. 1106,§ 2, eff. 7/22/2015.
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