House Sponsors: HAMOS. Short description: HLTH CARE JOINT NEGOTIATION Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the Health Care Provider Joint Negotiation Act. Authorizes doctors, hospitals, and other independent health care providers to jointly negotiate with health care insurers through a common joint negotiation representative. Authorizes joint negotiation regarding fees paid to health care providers. Authorizes joint negotiation on other issues such as dispute resolution, provider credentialing, patient referral, liability for treatment decisions, and medical management policies. Provides that before joint negotiations may commence, the Attorney General must make certain findings regarding the competitive effects of allowing joint negotiations. Requires the Attorney General's approval before a jointly negotiated agreement may take effect. Requires the Department of Insurance to determine the market power of insurers. Effective January 1, 2001. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status