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House committee approves bill requiring scheduling options for insurer peer‑to‑peer reviews to avoid distracting providers
Summary
The Georgia House Health Committee approved LC461010 to let treating providers schedule peer‑to‑peer discussions with insurers or use callback/web options instead of answering immediate calls; proponents said it eases delays and reduces risk to patients.
The Georgia House Health Committee voted to give LC461010 a favorable report after hearing testimony that prior‑authorization peer‑to‑peer calls sometimes interrupt physicians during patient care.
Author and sponsor Representative Hawkins told the committee the bill would require insurers to offer alternatives when a treating provider cannot immediately take a peer‑to‑peer call. Options would include setting an agreed callback time, contracting with the treating provider’s designee, or providing a web/telecommunication scheduling…
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