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Senate advances bill to require notices and special enrollments after provider network splits; Johns Hopkins–United Healthcare dispute cited
Summary
Senate Finance reported out SB521 to strengthen carrier notification and require special enrollment opportunities for consumers whose providers leave a plan's network, citing disruptions from the Johns Hopkins–United Healthcare contract dispute last fall.
The Finance Committee favorably reported SB521 on March 17, 2026; the measure expands notification requirements for carriers and mandates that carriers provide at least 90 days continued adherence to contract terms when a carrier or health system intends not to renew provider agreements. The bill also requires the insurance commissioner to develop…
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